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Baymet Benefits & Uses

Baymet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Baymet 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

Baymet Related Warnings

Is the use of Baymet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Baymet has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Baymet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Baymet. If you see any side effects, stop taking Baymet immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Baymet again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Baymet on the Kidneys?

Using Baymet does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Baymet on the Liver?

Using Baymet does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Baymet on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Baymet for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Baymet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Baymet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Baymet 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 Baymet

Is this Baymet habit forming or addictive?

Baymet is not addictive in nature.

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

Baymet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Baymet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Baymet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Baymet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Baymet

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Baymet with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Baymet

Consumption of alcohol and Baymet together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Baymet

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Baymet with gliclazide?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, you can take Baymet 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 over 5 years ago

Does Baymet cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Baymet 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 metformin. So, regular monitoring of blood glucose level is needed and be cautious of symptoms of hypoglycemia, always keep glucose-rich food with you.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Baymet increase lactic acidosis?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Lactic acidosis associated with Baymet 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 Baymet induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Baymet help in weight loss?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Baymet helps in weight loss by reducing appetite and food intake. It also increases the insulin sensitivity in your body to work more effectively. This lead to decreased glucose production increases the use of glucose and decrease the fat deposition further helps in weight loss. However, Baymet is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Baymet cause sleep problems?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Baymet can cause some sleep problems, especially insomnia. On the other hand, Baymet has proven to be useful for preventing sleep apnea. The exact relationship between Baymet and sleep problems is still not clear, and further studies are needed for a clearer understanding.