Zavamet 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zavamet 500 Tablet is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Zavamet 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Zavamet. It is best to stop taking Zavamet immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Zavamet 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Zavamet is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zavamet 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Zavamet. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zavamet 500 Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Zavamet. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Zavamet 500 Tablet on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Zavamet on heart. So it is not known whether taking Zavamet will cause side effects on heart or not.
Zavamet 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zavamet 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zavamet 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Zavamet 500 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zavamet 500 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Zavamet 500 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Zavamet 500 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zavamet 500 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Zavamet 500 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zavamet 500 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zavamet 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Zavamet increases the sensitivity of insulin, young women with PCOS often have elevated insulin levels and are more likely to develop diabetes. It is often prescribed for women with PCOS to help prevent diabetes. A lifestyle that includes healthy nutrition and daily exercise is the most important part of a PCOS treatment plan.
No, you should not take alcohol with Zavamet, because it can cause serious side effects which includes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The risk of hypoglycemia is higher when you're drinking and taking Zavamet than if you're just taking Zavamet. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.
Zavamet contain metformin, is an oral antidiabetic drug which belongs to the class of biguanide. It is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, particularly in people who are overweight. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. Moreover, it also reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications of diabetes.
Zavamet is used with a proper diet and exercise program, to treat diabetes. It is also used with other medication to reduce the high blood sugar. It is used in a patient with type2 diabetes. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and cancer.
Zavamet helps in weight loss by reducing appetite and food intake. It also increases the insulin sensitivity in your body to work more effectively. This lead to decreased glucose production increases the use of glucose and decrease the fat deposition further helps in weight loss. However, Zavamet is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.
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