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Zuvog is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zuvog. 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.
Common side effects of Zuvog include Rash, Flatulence, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Zuvog side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zuvog go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Zuvog has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zuvog's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Zuvog is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Digestive Disorders, Intestinal Obstruction, Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zuvog contraindications section.
Besides this, Zuvog may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Zuvog is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Zuvog 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
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Is the use of Zuvog safe for pregnant women?
Zuvog should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Zuvog safe during breastfeeding?
Zuvog should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zuvog on the Kidneys?
Zuvog may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zuvog on the Liver?
Zuvog can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Zuvog on the Heart?
Zuvog has very mild side effects on the heart.
Zuvog should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zuvog unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zuvog habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Zuvog is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Zuvog will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Zuvog is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zuvog cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Zuvog
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Zuvog and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zuvog
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Zuvog and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Zuvog can cause some sleep problems. The exact cause of sleep problems is still not clear. It is best to consult your doctor if you experience sleepiness after consuming medicine.
Yes, Zuvog can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). However, this can also occur if you delay or miss a meal, drink alcohol, exercise more than usual, can't eat due to stomach upset, and taking other antidiabetic medicine with voglibose. So, regular monitoring of blood glucose level is needed and be cautious of symptoms of hypoglycemia. It is best to consult your doctor if you feel any unwanted effects.
Take Zuvog as advised by your doctor. It can be taken orally three times daily immediately before each meal. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.
No, Zuvog does not cause weight loss. It has not been reported by a patient who is taking this medicine. However, if you experience weight loss after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason.
Yes, Zuvog can be taken with gliclazide. No harmful interactions are reported between them. However, It is best to consult your doctor if you are experiencing any unpleasant side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 277