Emline: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Emline Information

Emline is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Emline. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Emline include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Emline side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Emline are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Emline's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Emline has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Emline related warnings section.

Emline can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Emline in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Emline contraindications section.

Additionally, Emline may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Emline is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Emline Benefits & Uses
Emline Dosage & How to Take
Emline Side Effects
Emline Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Emline with Other Drugs
Emline Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Emline
Emline Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Emline Benefits & Uses

Emline is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Emline 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

Emline Related Warnings

Is the use of Emline safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Emline.

Mild
Is the use of Emline safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Emline. Immediately discontinue Emline if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Emline on the Kidneys?

Emline does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Emline on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Emline on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Emline on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Emline with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Emline Contraindications

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

Is this Emline habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Emline.

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

Emline does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Emline only as per medical advice.

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

No, Emline cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Emline Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Emline

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Emline together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Emline

Taking Emline with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Emline

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Emline?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Emline should be taken with food to reduce stomach and bowel side effects, which may experience the first few weeks of treatment. Also, exercise regularly and test for sugar in your blood or urine as directed.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Emline help in weight loss?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Emline 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, Emline is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take alcohol with Emline?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, you should not take alcohol with Emline, because it can cause serious side effects which includes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The risk of hypoglycemia is higher when you're drinking and taking Emline than if you're just taking Emline. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Emline safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Emline 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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Emline cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Emline 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.