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Ismet Benefits & Uses

Ismet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Ismet 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

Ismet Related Warnings

Is the use of Ismet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Ismet.

Mild
Is the use of Ismet safe during breastfeeding?

Ismet can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ismet on the Kidneys?

Ismet is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ismet on the Liver?

Ismet is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Ismet on the Heart?

You can take Ismet without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ismet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Ismet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ismet 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 Ismet

Is this Ismet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ismet.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Ismet since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ismet only as per medical advice.

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

No, Ismet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Ismet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ismet

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Ismet together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Ismet

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ismet

Question over 5 years ago

Can Ismet cause alopecia (hair loss)?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Ismet is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Ismet type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ismet with gliclazide?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, you can take Ismet with gliclazide, no harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, it is not necessary that no interaction can happen between these two. But before taking such kind of combination you must consult your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Ismet?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Ismet should be taken with food to reduce stomach and bowel side effects, which may experience the first few weeks of treatment. Also, exercise regularly and test for sugar in your blood or urine as directed.

Question almost 6 years ago

What are the uses of Ismet?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Ismet is used with a proper diet and exercise program, to treat diabetes. It is also used with other medication to reduce the high blood sugar. It is used in a patient with type2 diabetes. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and cancer.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Ismet help in weight loss?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Ismet 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, Ismet is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.