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Dibeta Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The correct dosage of Dibeta Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Dibeta Tablet are Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dibeta Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Dibeta Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Dibeta Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Dibeta Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dibeta Tablet related warnings section.
Dibeta Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dibeta Tablet in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. The section on Dibeta Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Dibeta Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Dibeta Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Dibeta 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.
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Is the use of Dibeta Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Dibeta Tablet.
Is the use of Dibeta Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Dibeta Tablet can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Dibeta Tablet on the Kidneys?
Dibeta Tablet is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Dibeta Tablet on the Liver?
Dibeta Tablet does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Dibeta Tablet on the Heart?
Dibeta Tablet is completely safe for the heart.
Dibeta Tablet 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 Dibeta Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dibeta Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Dibeta Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Dibeta Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Dibeta Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Dibeta Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dibeta Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Dibeta Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dibeta Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Dibeta Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Dibeta Tablet 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, Dibeta Tablet is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.
Dibeta Tablet 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.
Yes, Dibeta Tablet 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.
Lactic acidosis associated with Dibeta Tablet 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 Dibeta Tablet induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.
Dibeta Tablet is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Dibeta Tablet type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.
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