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Glucomate 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 Glucomate depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Glucomate include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Glucomate can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Glucomate 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Glucomate is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Glucomate related warnings talks about Glucomate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Glucomate 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. The section on Glucomate contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Glucomate with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Glucomate is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Glucomate 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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Is the use of Glucomate safe for pregnant women?
Glucomate has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Glucomate safe during breastfeeding?
Glucomate may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Glucomate, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Glucomate.
What is the effect of Glucomate on the Kidneys?
Glucomate does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Glucomate on the Liver?
Glucomate does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Glucomate on the Heart?
Using Glucomate does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Glucomate 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 Glucomate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glucomate habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Glucomate.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Glucomate since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Glucomate only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Glucomate cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Glucomate
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Glucomate with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glucomate
Consumption of alcohol and Glucomate together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Glucomate can cause some sleep problems, especially insomnia. On the other hand, Glucomate has proven to be useful for preventing sleep apnea. The exact relationship between Glucomate and sleep problems is still not clear, and further studies are needed for a clearer understanding.
Yes, Glucomate commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Glucomate with your meal and increase the dose gradually.
Glucomate is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Glucomate type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.
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, Glucomate can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). However, this can also occur if you delay or miss a meal, drink alcohol, exercise more than usual, can't eat due to stomach upset, and taking other antidiabetic medicine with metformin. So, regular monitoring of blood glucose level is needed and be cautious of symptoms of hypoglycemia, always keep glucose-rich food with you.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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