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Tribose, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2.
The right dosage of Tribose depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Tribose include Rash, Flatulence, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tribose as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Tribose 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, Tribose's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Tribose related warnings talks about Tribose's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Tribose can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tribose in conditions like Digestive Disorders, Intestinal Obstruction, Allergy. The section on Tribose contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Tribose have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Tribose, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Tribose is used to treat the following -
Main 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tribose is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Tribose safe for pregnant women?
Tribose shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Tribose safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Tribose. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Tribose on the Kidneys?
Tribose may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tribose on the Liver?
Tribose can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Tribose on the Heart?
Side effects of Tribose rarely affect the heart.
Tribose should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tribose unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tribose habit forming or addictive?
Tribose does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Tribose does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Tribose is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Tribose in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Tribose
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Tribose and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tribose
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Tribose and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Tribose itself does not cause alopecia ( hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Tribose, type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.
Take Tribose as advised by your doctor. It can be taken orally three times daily immediately before each meal. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.
Yes, Tribose can be taken with gliclazide. No harmful interactions are reported between them. However, It is best to consult your doctor if you are experiencing any unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Tribose can cause some sleep problems. The exact cause of sleep problems is still not clear. It is best to consult your doctor if you experience sleepiness after consuming medicine.
Tribose is the brand name for voglibose. It is an oral antidiabetic drug that belongs to the class of medicine called alpha-glucosidase inhibitor. It is used in single or combined with other drugs to treat diabetes.
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