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Gala M is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gala M. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Gala M include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Gala M side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Gala M normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gala M is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Gala M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock must refrain from the use of Gala M since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gala M contraindications section.
Additionally, Gala M may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gala M is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Gala M 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gala M is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Gala M safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Gala M has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Gala M safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Gala M. If you see any side effects, stop taking Gala M immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Gala M again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gala M on the Kidneys?
Gala M does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gala M on the Liver?
Gala M is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Gala M on the Heart?
Gala M is not harmful for the heart.
Gala M 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 Gala M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gala M habit forming or addictive?
Gala M does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Gala M as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Gala M is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gala M cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Gala M
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Gala M, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gala M
Taking Gala M with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Gala M 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.
Yes, Gala M 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
Yes, you can take Gala M 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.
Gala M increases the sensitivity of insulin, young women with PCOS often have elevated insulin levels and are more likely to develop diabetes. It is often prescribed for women with PCOS to help prevent diabetes. A lifestyle that includes healthy nutrition and daily exercise is the most important part of a PCOS treatment plan.
Lactic acidosis associated with Gala M 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 Gala M induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.
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