Myformin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Myformin Information

Myformin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The right dosage of Myformin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Myformin also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Myformin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Myformin 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, Myformin's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Myformin related warnings talks about Myformin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Myformin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Myformin in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Myformin contraindications section.

Besides this, Myformin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Myformin Benefits & Uses

Myformin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Myformin 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

Myformin Side Effects

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

Severe

Blurred vision

Moderate

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Chest Pain

Mild

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

Common

Stomach Upset
Difficulty urinating

Myformin Related Warnings

Is the use of Myformin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Myformin.

Mild
Is the use of Myformin safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Myformin. Immediately discontinue Myformin if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Myformin on the Kidneys?

Using Myformin does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Myformin on the Liver?

Myformin does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Myformin on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Myformin for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Myformin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Myformin Contraindications

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

Is this Myformin habit forming or addictive?

Myformin does not cause addiction.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Myformin 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?

No, Myformin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Myformin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Myformin

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Myformin

Consumption of alcohol and Myformin together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Myformin

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Myformin with a beta-blocker?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, you can take Myformin with a beta-blocker. People with diabetes tend to develop heart disease or stroke at an earlier age than the general population. One reason for this is that high glucose levels increase your risk of high blood pressure (hypertension). No harmful interactions are seen between them. However, a recent study suggests that beta-blockers can decrease the plasma level of Myformin and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Myformin with statin?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Myformin 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 about 6 years ago

How does Myformin work?

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

Myformin 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 Myformin with gliclazide?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, you can take Myformin 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 Myformin?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Myformin 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.