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Glicept is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Glicept have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Glicept depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Glicept also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Glicept side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Glicept are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Glicept's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Glicept has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Glicept related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Glicept since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Glicept contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Glicept have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Glicept is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Glicept is used to treat the following -
Other 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 |
Is the use of Glicept safe for pregnant women?
Glicept rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Glicept safe during breastfeeding?
Glicept may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Glicept, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Glicept.
What is the effect of Glicept on the Kidneys?
Glicept is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Glicept on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Glicept on the liver.
What is the effect of Glicept on the Heart?
Glicept is completely safe for the heart.
Glicept 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 Glicept unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glicept habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Glicept.
Interaction between Food and Glicept
There is no information on the effects of taking Glicept with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glicept
Consuming Glicept with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glucophage® (metformin hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 275-276
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 825-826