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Duomet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The optimal dosage of Duomet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Duomet include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Duomet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Duomet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Duomet's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Duomet related warnings talks about Duomet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Duomet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Duomet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Duomet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Duomet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Duomet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Duomet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Duomet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Duomet.
Is the use of Duomet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Duomet. If you see any side effects, stop taking Duomet immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Duomet again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Duomet on the Kidneys?
Using Duomet does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Duomet on the Liver?
Duomet is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Duomet on the Heart?
You can take Duomet without any fear of damage to the heart.
Duomet 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 Duomet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Duomet habit forming or addictive?
Duomet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Duomet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Duomet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Duomet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Duomet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Duomet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Duomet
Consumption of alcohol and Duomet together may have severe effects on your health.
The long-term use can lead to the deficiency of Vitamin B12, which can further lead to megaloblastic anemia. Furthermore, Long-term Metformin use can also lead to kidney and liver problems.
Duomet 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.
Yes, Duomet can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Duomet 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 Duomet may need to be adjusted.
Duomet is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Duomet type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.
Yes, Duomet can cause some sleep problems, especially insomnia. On the other hand, Duomet has proven to be useful for preventing sleep apnea. The exact relationship between Duomet and sleep problems is still not clear, and further studies are needed for a clearer understanding.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience