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Formin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diabetes.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Formin. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Formin also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Formin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Formin 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.
It is also important to note that Formin has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Formin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Formin related warnings section.
Formin 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 Formin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Formin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Formin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Formin 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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Is the use of Formin safe for pregnant women?
Formin has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Formin safe during breastfeeding?
Formin 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 Formin on the Kidneys?
Formin is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Formin on the Liver?
Formin does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Formin on the Heart?
Formin is completely safe for the heart.
Formin 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 Formin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Formin habit forming or addictive?
Formin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Formin as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Formin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Formin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Formin
There is no information on the effects of taking Formin with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Formin
Taking alcohol with Formin can be dangerous.
Yes, you can take Formin 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.
Yes, Formin can be taken with the statin. There is no serious or harmful interaction have been observed between them. Some studies say that it's possible your blood sugar (blood glucose) level may increase when you take a statin, which may lead to developing type 2 diabetes. The risk is small but important enough that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning on statin labels regarding blood glucose levels and diabetes.
Yes, you can take Formin 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 Formin and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.
Formin 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, Formin commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Formin with your meal and increase the dose gradually.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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