Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock must refrain from the use of Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Gluconorm.
Is the use of Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Gluconorm. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Gluconorm does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Gluconorm on the liver.
What is the effect of Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Gluconorm for the heart.
Gluconorm SR 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 Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Gluconorm SR 500 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Gluconorm is safe to use, many people have side effects at first, they usually diminish and then go away completely in a few weeks. A few people find they cannot tolerate metformin, there are other drugs but metformin is usually the first choice. It is very safe
Yes, you can take Gluconorm with gliclazide, no harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, it is not necessary that no interaction can happen between these two. But before taking such kind of combination you must consult your doctor.
Gluconorm 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.
No, you should not take alcohol with Gluconorm, 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 Gluconorm than if you're just taking Gluconorm. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.
Yes, Gluconorm 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.
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