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Gliz, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The optimal dosage of Gliz is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Gliz also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Some other side effects of Gliz have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Gliz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Gliz's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Gliz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gliz related warnings section.
Gliz is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gliz contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Gliz have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gliz is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Gliz 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 Gliz is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Gliz safe for pregnant women?
Gliz rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Gliz safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Gliz. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Gliz on the Kidneys?
Gliz does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gliz on the Liver?
Gliz is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Gliz on the Heart?
Using Gliz does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Gliz 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 Gliz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gliz habit forming or addictive?
Gliz is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Gliz since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Gliz is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gliz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Gliz
There is no information on the effects of taking Gliz with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gliz
Consumption of alcohol and Gliz 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.
Yes, Gliz commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Gliz with your meal and increase the dose gradually.
Gliz 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.
Yes, you can take Gliz 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 Gliz and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.
Gliz is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Gliz type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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