Glucobay M 50 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Glucobay M 50 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Glucobay M 50 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Glucobay M 50 Tablet include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Some other side effects of Glucobay M 50 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Glucobay M 50 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 Glucobay M 50 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Glucobay M 50 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Glucobay M 50 Tablet related warnings section.
Glucobay M 50 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock are examples of such conditions. The section on Glucobay M 50 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Glucobay M 50 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Glucobay M 50 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Glucobay M 50 Tablet is used to treat the following -
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 Glucobay M 50 Tablet is used -
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Moderate
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Common
Is the use of Glucobay M 50 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Glucobay M safely.
Is the use of Glucobay M 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Glucobay M on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Glucobay M will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Glucobay M 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Use of Glucobay M may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
What is the effect of Glucobay M 50 Tablet on the Liver?
Glucobay M may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Glucobay M 50 Tablet on the Heart?
Glucobay M has very mild side effects on the heart.
Glucobay M 50 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 Glucobay M 50 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glucobay M 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Glucobay M 50 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Glucobay M 50 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Glucobay M 50 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glucobay M 50 Tablet
Taking Glucobay M 50 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Glucobay 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.
Lactic acidosis associated with Glucobay M treatment is a rare but fatal adverse effect. Lactic acidosis appears to result from biguanide interference causing an increase in production and decrease in clearance of lactate leading to higher cellular lactate levels. A decrease in pyruvate carboxylase activity, the rate-limiting enzyme in the formation of glucose from lactate, can also decrease hepatic metabolism of lactate. leading to increasing lactic acidosis. Signs and symptoms of Glucobay M induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.
The long-term use can lead to the deficiency of Vitamin B12, which can further lead to megaloblastic anemia. Furthermore, Long-term Metformin use can also lead to kidney and liver problems.
Glucobay M 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.
Yes, Glucobay M 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
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