Medfor 850 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Medfor 850 Tablet Information

Medfor 850 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The correct dosage of Medfor 850 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Medfor 850 Tablet include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Medfor 850 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Medfor 850 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Medfor 850 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Medfor 850 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Medfor 850 Tablet 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Medfor 850 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Medfor 850 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Medfor 850 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Medfor 850 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Medfor 850 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Medfor 850 Tablet 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

Medfor 850 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Medfor 850 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Medfor.

Mild
Is the use of Medfor 850 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Medfor 850 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Medfor does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Medfor 850 Tablet on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Medfor 850 Tablet on the Heart?

Medfor is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Medfor 850 Tablet with Other Drugs

Medfor 850 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Medfor 850 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Medfor 850 Tablet 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 Medfor 850 Tablet

Is this Medfor 850 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Medfor 850 Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

Medfor 850 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Medfor 850 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Medfor 850 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Medfor 850 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Medfor 850 Tablet

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Medfor 850 Tablet with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Medfor 850 Tablet

Taking Medfor 850 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Medfor 850 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Medfor?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Medfor 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

Is Medfor safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Medfor 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

Can Medfor cause alopecia (hair loss)?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Medfor cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Medfor can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Medfor causes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) especially at night which can cause night sweats. Need to monitor your blood glucose level regularly, and talk to your doctor as your dose of Medfor may need to be adjusted.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take alcohol with Medfor?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, you should not take alcohol with Medfor, because it can cause serious side effects which includes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The risk of hypoglycemia is higher when you're drinking and taking Medfor than if you're just taking Medfor. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.