Glysafe 500 Mg Tablet SR: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Glysafe Information

Glysafe is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Glysafe. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Glysafe include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Glysafe can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Glysafe normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Glysafe's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Glysafe's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Glysafe 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 Glysafe contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Glysafe with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Glysafe is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Glysafe Benefits & Uses
Glysafe Dosage & How to Take
Glysafe Side Effects
Glysafe Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Glysafe with Other Drugs
Glysafe Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Glysafe
Glysafe Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Glysafe Benefits & Uses

Glysafe is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Glysafe Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Glysafe Related Warnings

Is the use of Glysafe safe for pregnant women?

Glysafe has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Glysafe safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Glysafe. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Glysafe on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Glysafe on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Glysafe on the Liver?

Glysafe is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Glysafe on the Heart?

Using Glysafe does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Glysafe with Other Drugs

Glysafe should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Glysafe Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glysafe unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Anemia
Shock
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Glysafe

Is this Glysafe habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Glysafe.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Glysafe since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Glysafe is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Glysafe for mental disorders.

No

Glysafe Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Glysafe

There is no information on the effects of taking Glysafe with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Glysafe

Taking Glysafe with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Glysafe

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Glysafe safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Glysafe 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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Glysafe cause stomach ulcers?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Glysafe commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Glysafe with your meal and increase the dose gradually.

Question over 5 years ago

What are the long term effects of Glysafe?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

How long should I take Glysafe for?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Glysafe 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Glysafe cause sleep problems?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Glysafe can cause some sleep problems, especially insomnia. On the other hand, Glysafe has proven to be useful for preventing sleep apnea. The exact relationship between Glysafe and sleep problems is still not clear, and further studies are needed for a clearer understanding.