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

Forminal Information

Forminal is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.

The right dosage of Forminal depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Forminal include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Forminal can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Forminal are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Forminal has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Forminal related warnings talks about Forminal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Forminal is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Forminal contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Forminal have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Forminal, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Forminal Benefits & Uses

Forminal is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Forminal 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

Forminal Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Forminal 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

Forminal Related Warnings

Is the use of Forminal safe for pregnant women?

Forminal has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Forminal safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Forminal. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Forminal on the Kidneys?

Forminal is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Forminal on the Liver?

Using Forminal does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Forminal on the Heart?

Forminal is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Forminal with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Forminal Contraindications

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

Is this Forminal habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Forminal has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Forminal since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Forminal is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Forminal is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Forminal Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Forminal

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Forminal

Taking alcohol with Forminal can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Forminal

Question about 6 years ago

How does Forminal work?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Forminal 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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Forminal?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Forminal contain metformin, is an oral antidiabetic drug which belongs to the class of biguanide. It is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, particularly in people who are overweight. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. Moreover, it also reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications of diabetes.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Forminal with gliclazide?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, you can take Forminal 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 Forminal increase lactic acidosis?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Lactic acidosis associated with Forminal treatment is a rare but fatal adverse effect. Lactic acidosis appears to result from biguanide interference causing an increase in production and decrease in clearance of lactate leading to higher cellular lactate levels. A decrease in pyruvate carboxylase activity, the rate-limiting enzyme in the formation of glucose from lactate, can also decrease hepatic metabolism of lactate. leading to increasing lactic acidosis. Signs and symptoms of Forminal induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Forminal help in weight loss?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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