Zilda M is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Zilda M depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Zilda M 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zilda M is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Zilda M safe for pregnant women?
Zilda M may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Zilda M again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zilda M safe during breastfeeding?
Zilda M is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zilda M on the Kidneys?
Zilda M may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zilda M on the Liver?
Zilda M can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Zilda M on the Heart?
Information about safety of Zilda M for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Zilda M 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 Zilda M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zilda M habit forming or addictive?
Zilda M is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zilda M you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Zilda M should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zilda M is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zilda M
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Zilda M, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zilda M
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Zilda M.
Zilda M 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.
Zilda M 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, Zilda M is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.
Zilda M should be taken with food to reduce stomach and bowel side effects, which may experience the first few weeks of treatment. Also, exercise regularly and test for sugar in your blood or urine as directed.
Zilda M works by decreasing the hepatic glucose production. It also works to lower blood sugar by increasing your sensitivity to insulin and decreasing the amount of glucose that is absorbed from the food you eat.
Yes, Zilda M can be taken with the statin. There is no serious or harmful interaction have been observed between them. Some studies say that it's possible your blood sugar (blood glucose) level may increase when you take a statin, which may lead to developing type 2 diabetes. The risk is small but important enough that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning on statin labels regarding blood glucose levels and diabetes.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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