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Ibformin Benefits & Uses

Ibformin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Ibformin Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ibformin Related Warnings

Is the use of Ibformin safe for pregnant women?

Ibformin rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Ibformin safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Ibformin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ibformin on the Kidneys?

Ibformin is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ibformin on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Ibformin on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Ibformin on the Heart?

Using Ibformin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ibformin with Other Drugs

Ibformin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Ibformin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ibformin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Anemia
Shock
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ibformin

Is this Ibformin habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ibformin is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Ibformin as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Ibformin should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Ibformin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Ibformin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ibformin

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Ibformin and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Ibformin

Consuming Ibformin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ibformin

Question almost 6 years ago

What are the uses of Ibformin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Ibformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program, to treat diabetes. It is also used with other medication to reduce the high blood sugar. It is used in a patient with type2 diabetes. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and cancer.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ibformin with gliclazide?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, you can take Ibformin 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Ibformin work?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Ibformin 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Ibformin cause alopecia (hair loss)?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Ibformin is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Ibformin type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Ibformin safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Ibformin 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