Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml
By FRANCO INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
100ml Oral Solution in Bottle
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Glyciphage 500 MG Description
Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml is an oral biguanide category anti-diabetic medicine in solution form. Its active ingredient is metformin.
Product Summary
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| Contains | Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg) |
| Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
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Uses of Glyciphage 500 MG
Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml uses include the treatment of type 2 diabetes. The medicine is prescribed when diet and exercise have failed to control the diabetes adequately. The medicine is prescribed for adults and children above 10 years of age as a single therapy or along with other anti-diabetic medicines....
Contraindications of Glyciphage 500 MG
- Diseases related to vital organs such as kidneys, liver, heart, lungs etc.
- Hypersensitivity or allergy to metformin
- Metabolic disorders such as diabetic ketoacidosis, diabetic coma, diabetic precoma, etc.
- Severe infections
- Dehydration
- Shock due to blood loss
- Chronic alcohol consumption
- Type 1 diabetes (diabetes insipidus)
Side effects of Glyciphage 500 MG
Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml side effects include decreased appetite, weight loss, nausea, stomach ache, diarrhoea, altered mouth taste, pruritis or itching on the skin, vitamin B12 deficiency, liver disorders, lactic acidosis (rare and life-threatening), etc....
Precautions and Warnings of Glyciphage 500 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml while pregnant?
A:
Due to the limited number of studies in humans which confirm the safety of Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml usage for pregnant women, doctors usually prescribe insulin instead of Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml to avoid the risk of complications.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take the medicine while breastfeeding?
A:
A small amount of the medicine is passed on to the baby during nursing. Thus, the treating doctor prescribes the medicine for nursing mothers only if very essential.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed the medicine?
A:
The medicine causes symptoms of low blood sugar such as dizziness, unclear vision, etc. when taken along with other anti-diabetic medication. It is best to avoid driving in this situation. If driving is necessary, the patient can keep some juice or chocolate on hand to consume if they experience any of these symptoms.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol while taking the medicine?
A:
Consumption of alcohol in a large amount at once or consumption in small amounts with intervals while taking the medicine increases the risk of lactic acidosis. Hence, alcohol should be avoided.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
The medicine can cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. If the patient experiences vomiting, stomach ache, muscle cramps, difficulty in breathing, and reduced body temperature and heartbeat, seek immediate medical attention. The medicine should not be used by patients with serious kidney diseases, heart diseases, lung, and liver disorders. Avoid the medicine for some time before and after surgery as fasting pre and post-surgery increases the risk of lactic acidosis. Avoid the medicine in cases of dehydration, shock, severe infections, and before tests which involve the injection of iodine as a contrast dye, etc....
Mode of Action of Glyciphage 500 MG
How Does It Work?
Insulin is a hormone secreted by the pancreas that is responsible for reducing the body's blood sugar levels. The metformin in Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml works by helping the type 2 diabetic become more sensitive to the insulin the body produces. It also helps by reducing the quantity of sugar produced by the liver and decreasing the amount of sugar absorbed by the intestines. In this way, the blood sugar level is brought under control....
Directions for Use of Glyciphage 500 MG
At the beginning of the treatment for adults, the medicine is administered in small doses of 5 ml twice a day. Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml dosage is slowly increased depending on the intensity of symptoms of gastric disturbance (nausea, appetite loss, etc.) caused by the medicine. The increased dose is divided into smaller doses throughout the day and taken along with meals. The maximum dose in a day is 2550mg (25.5ml) for adults and 2000mg (20ml) for children above 10 years of age. The prescribing doctor decides the dosage based on the effectiveness of the medication....
Interactions of Glyciphage 500 MG
Interactions with other medicines
Medicines like diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid medications, birth control pills, oestrogen tablets, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, calcium channel blockers, isoniazid and sympathomimetics increase the blood sugar level. It is extremely important to check the blood sugar frequently in individuals who take Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml regularly along with these medicines. Certain other drugs increase the risk of lactic acidosis when administered along with the medicine. These include ranolazine, vandetanib, cimetidine, acetazolamide, topiramate, zonisamide, dichlorphenamide, etc. These medications increase the amount of Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml in the blood by decreasing its elimination from the body through kidneys....
Interactions with food items
Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml is better tolerated when consumed along with food. Food decreases any disturbances in the stomach (appetite loss, nausea, pain) that can be caused by the medicine....
Other general Interactions
Lactic acidosis is a dangerous condition resulting from the buildup of lactic acid in the body. The risk of lactic acidosis due to Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml is high in aged patients and patients with a severe infection, dehydration, trauma, or critical illnesses related to kidneys, heart, liver, etc. X-ray tests, tests that use iodine dye as a contrast, and excessive alcohol consumption are some other scenarios that could result in lactic acidosis when occurring with the consumption of the medicine....
Storage and disposal of Glyciphage 500 MG
Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml solution is stored at room temperature between 20 degrees to 25 degrees centigrade. It is effective in the temperature range of 15 degrees to 30 degrees centigrade. The container is to be protected from exposure to heat and sunlight....
Dosage of Glyciphage 500 MG
Overdose
Lactic acidosis is a rare but fatal condition that arises due to an overdose of the medicine. Inform the treating doctor immediately if the child or an adult taking the medicine suffers from severe vomiting, diarrhoea, intense drowsiness, rapid breathing, irregular heartbeats, etc. Lactic acidosis is a medical emergency which is treated by haemodialysis....
Missed a Dose
Take the missed dose. Take or, in case of a child diabetic, administer the missed dose once you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose, continue with the planned regimen. Do not attempt to catch up with a missed dose by taking or administering a double dose. Skip the missed dose if the time for the next dose is near....
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What effect does Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml have on fertility?
A: Glyciphage 500 Mg Oral Solution 100 Ml does not affect fertility according to research studies conducted on experimental animals.
Q: Does the medicine cause cancer?
A: Experimental animals administered with large doses of the medicine over a long period did not show cancerous or carcinogenic changes in their body cells.
Q: Is it necessary to exercise while taking the medicine?
A: The medicine is most effective when combined with exercise and a balanced diet. Hence, do not stop exercising when taking the medicine.
Q: What should I do if I develop side effects after taking the medicine?
A: The medicine produces mild side effects such as loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, etc. which disappear after a few days. In order to maintain the blood sugar level in the normal range, the medicine should not be discontinued if you experience or observe these mild side effects. However, inform the treating doctor immediately if the symptoms become severe and are associated with breathing difficulty and drowsiness.
Q: Does the use of the medicine during pregnancy affect the development of the baby?
A: Different research studies show that the medicine does not have any effect on the growth and development of the baby. However, it is best to speak to your doctor before taking the medicine while pregnant.
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