Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The correct dosage of Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet related warnings talks about Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock must refrain from the use of Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Gluconorm SR 850 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 850 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Gluconorm.
Is the use of Gluconorm SR 850 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 850 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Gluconorm does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Gluconorm on the liver.
What is the effect of Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Gluconorm for the heart.
Gluconorm SR 850 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 850 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Gluconorm SR 850 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 850 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gluconorm SR 850 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Gluconorm SR 850 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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