Bigomet 250 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The right dosage of Bigomet 250 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Bigomet 250 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Bigomet 250 Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Bigomet 250 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Bigomet 250 Tablet is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Bigomet 250 Tablet related warnings talks about Bigomet 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Bigomet 250 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Bigomet 250 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Bigomet 250 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Bigomet 250 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Bigomet 250 Tablet 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Bigomet 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Bigomet has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Bigomet 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Bigomet. If you see any side effects, stop taking Bigomet immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Bigomet again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Bigomet 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Using Bigomet does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Bigomet 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Bigomet is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Bigomet 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Bigomet is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bigomet 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bigomet 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Bigomet 250 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Bigomet 250 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Bigomet 250 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Bigomet 250 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bigomet 250 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Bigomet 250 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bigomet 250 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Bigomet 250 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Bigomet can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Bigomet causes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) especially at night which can cause night sweats. Need to monitor your blood glucose level regularly, and talk to your doctor as your dose of Bigomet may need to be adjusted.
Yes, Bigomet 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.
Bigomet is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Bigomet type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.
Bigomet 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, Bigomet is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.
Yes, Bigomet 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
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