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Jalra M, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes. The alternative uses of Jalra M have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Jalra M. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Jalra M also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Diarrhoea, Nausea or vomiting. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Jalra M as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Jalra M are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Jalra M's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Jalra M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Jalra M related warnings section.
Jalra M is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Pancreatitis as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Jalra M have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Jalra M with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Jalra M is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Jalra M is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other 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
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Is the use of Jalra M safe for pregnant women?
Jalra M may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Jalra M again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Jalra M safe during breastfeeding?
Jalra M does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Jalra M on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Jalra M. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Jalra M on the Liver?
Jalra M may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Jalra M on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Jalra M on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Jalra M 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 Jalra M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Jalra M habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Jalra M is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Jalra M. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Jalra M only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Jalra M is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Jalra M
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Jalra M with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Jalra M
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Jalra M and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Jalra M 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.
Yes, Jalra M 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
Jalra M 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, Jalra M 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.
Jalra M 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.
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