Ibformin

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Ibformin Information

Ibformin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Ibformin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.


Ibformin Benefits & Uses

Ibformin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ibformin 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

Ibformin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ibformin is used -

Severe

  • Blurred vision

Moderate

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Altered taste
  • Diarrhoea
  • पेट दर्द
  • Loss of appetite
  • Headache
  • पेट की गैस
  • Dyspepsia

Common

  • Stomach Upset
  • Difficulty urinating

Ibformin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Ibformin safe for pregnant women?


    Ibformin rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

    Mild
  • Is the use of Ibformin safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Ibformin on the Kidneys?


    Ibformin is not harmful for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Ibformin on the Liver?


    There are no any side effects of Ibformin on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Ibformin on the Heart?


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

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Ibformin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate


Ibformin Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Ibformin

  • Is this Ibformin habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Ibformin is addictive.

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


    Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Ibformin as it does not make you drowsy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Ibformin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Ibformin is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Ibformin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Ibformin


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Ibformin and food will interact.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Ibformin


    Consuming Ibformin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

    Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ibformin

Question over 5 years ago

How does Ibformin help in weight loss?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Ibformin helps in weight loss by reducing appetite and food intake. It also increases the insulin sensitivity in your body to work more effectively. This lead to decreased glucose production increases the use of glucose and decrease the fat deposition further helps in weight loss. However, Ibformin is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Ibformin safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Ibformin 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 almost 6 years ago

How does Ibformin work?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Ibformin works by decreasing the hepatic glucose production. It also works to lower blood sugar by increasing your sensitivity to insulin and decreasing the amount of glucose that is absorbed from the food you eat.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ibformin with statin?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Ibformin can be taken with the statin. There is no serious or harmful interaction have been observed between them. Some studies say that it's possible your blood sugar (blood glucose) level may increase when you take a statin, which may lead to developing type 2 diabetes. The risk is small but important enough that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning on statin labels regarding blood glucose levels and diabetes.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long should I take Ibformin for?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Ibformin 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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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

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

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