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Afoglip M, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Afoglip M has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Afoglip M depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Afoglip M also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating, Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level). Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Afoglip M can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Afoglip M are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Afoglip M has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Afoglip M related warnings talks about Afoglip M'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 Afoglip M since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Afoglip M have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Afoglip M have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Afoglip M is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Afoglip M 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Afoglip M safe for pregnant women?
Afoglip M may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Afoglip M, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Afoglip M safe during breastfeeding?
Afoglip M 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 Afoglip M on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Afoglip M on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Afoglip M on the Liver?
Information about safety of Afoglip M for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Afoglip M on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Afoglip M on the heart, information on safety of Afoglip M for the heart is unavailable.
Afoglip M 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 Afoglip M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Afoglip M habit forming or addictive?
Afoglip M is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Afoglip M
There is no information on the effects of taking Afoglip M with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Afoglip M
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Afoglip M.
Afoglip 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.
Afoglip M 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.
Afoglip M is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Afoglip M type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.
Yes, Afoglip M 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.
Afoglip M contain metformin, is an oral antidiabetic drug which belongs to the class of biguanide. It is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, particularly in people who are overweight. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. Moreover, it also reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications of diabetes.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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