Fordia 500 Tablet XR: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fordia 500 Tablet XR Information

Fordia 500 Tablet XR is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes.

The right dosage of Fordia 500 Tablet XR depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Fordia 500 Tablet XR are Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fordia 500 Tablet XR can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Fordia 500 Tablet XR are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Fordia 500 Tablet XR's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Fordia 500 Tablet XR related warnings talks about Fordia 500 Tablet XR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Fordia 500 Tablet XR can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Fordia 500 Tablet XR in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. Other contraindications of Fordia 500 Tablet XR have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Fordia 500 Tablet XR with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fordia 500 Tablet XR is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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 500 Tablet XR Benefits & Uses

Fordia 500 Tablet XR is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Fordia 500 Tablet XR 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 500 Tablet XR Related Warnings

Is the use of Fordia 500 Tablet XR safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Fordia.

Mild
Is the use of Fordia 500 Tablet XR 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 500 Tablet XR on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Fordia on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Fordia 500 Tablet XR on the Liver?

Fordia is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Fordia 500 Tablet XR on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fordia 500 Tablet XR with Other Drugs

Fordia 500 Tablet XR should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Fordia 500 Tablet XR Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fordia 500 Tablet XR 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 500 Tablet XR

Is this Fordia 500 Tablet XR habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Fordia 500 Tablet XR is addictive.

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

Fordia 500 Tablet XR will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Fordia 500 Tablet XR 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 500 Tablet XR in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Fordia 500 Tablet XR Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fordia 500 Tablet XR

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Fordia 500 Tablet XR with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Fordia 500 Tablet XR

Taking Fordia 500 Tablet XR with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Fordia 500 Tablet XR

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Fordia with gliclazide?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, you can take Fordia with gliclazide, no harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, it is not necessary that no interaction can happen between these two. But before taking such kind of combination you must consult your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Fordia help in weight loss?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Fordia with a beta-blocker?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, you can take Fordia with a beta-blocker. People with diabetes tend to develop heart disease or stroke at an earlier age than the general population. One reason for this is that high glucose levels increase your risk of high blood pressure (hypertension). No harmful interactions are seen between them. However, a recent study suggests that beta-blockers can decrease the plasma level of Fordia and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Fordia?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Fordia 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

Can I take alcohol with Fordia?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, you should not take alcohol with Fordia, 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 Fordia than if you're just taking Fordia. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.