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Gledepa MET XR is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Gledepa MET XR depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Gledepa MET XR 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
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Is the use of Gledepa MET XR safe for pregnant women?
Gledepa MET XR can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Gledepa MET XR safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Gledepa MET XR on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Gledepa MET XR will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Gledepa MET XR on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Gledepa MET XR. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Gledepa MET XR on the Liver?
Gledepa MET XR can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Gledepa MET XR on the Heart?
Information about safety of Gledepa MET XR for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Gledepa MET XR 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 Gledepa MET XR unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gledepa MET XR habit forming or addictive?
Gledepa MET XR does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Gledepa MET XR
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Gledepa MET XR and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gledepa MET XR
Consumption of alcohol and Gledepa MET XR together may have severe effects on your health.
The long-term use can lead to the deficiency of Vitamin B12, which can further lead to megaloblastic anemia. Furthermore, Long-term Metformin use can also lead to kidney and liver problems.
Gledepa MET XR 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.
Yes, Gledepa MET XR 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, Gledepa MET XR can cause some sleep problems, especially insomnia. On the other hand, Gledepa MET XR has proven to be useful for preventing sleep apnea. The exact relationship between Gledepa MET XR and sleep problems is still not clear, and further studies are needed for a clearer understanding.
Gledepa MET XR can be taken forever, diabetes is a progressive disease it's possible that more medication and/or insulin may eventually need to be added to the regime.
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