Fordia 1000 Tablet XR: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fordia Information

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

The optimal dosage of Fordia is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

Fordia also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Fordia side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Fordia are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Fordia's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Fordia's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

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

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fordia is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Fordia Benefits & Uses

Fordia is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Fordia 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

Fordia Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fordia is used -

Severe

Blurred vision

Moderate

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Chest Pain

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Altered taste
Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Loss of appetite
Headache
पेट की गैस
Dyspepsia

Common

Stomach Upset
Difficulty urinating

Fordia Related Warnings

Is the use of Fordia safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Fordia.

Mild
Is the use of Fordia safe during breastfeeding?

Fordia 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fordia on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Fordia on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Fordia on the Liver?

Fordia is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Fordia on the Heart?

Using Fordia does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fordia with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Fordia Contraindications

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

Is this Fordia habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Fordia is addictive.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Fordia should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Fordia in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Fordia Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fordia

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Fordia

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Fordia

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fordia cause stomach ulcers?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fordia commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Fordia with your meal and increase the dose gradually.

Question about 6 years ago

What are the uses of Fordia?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Fordia 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Fordia cause alopecia (hair loss)?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Fordia is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Fordia type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fordia cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Yes, Fordia can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Fordia 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 Fordia may need to be adjusted.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Fordia safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Fordia 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