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Vivamet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes. Secondary and off-label uses of Vivamet have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Vivamet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Vivamet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Vivamet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Vivamet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Vivamet is Unknown for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Vivamet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Vivamet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Vivamet contraindications section.
Besides this, Vivamet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Vivamet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Vivamet 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 Vivamet safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Vivamet in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Vivamet safe during breastfeeding?
Vivamet is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Vivamet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Vivamet. 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 Vivamet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Vivamet. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Vivamet only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Vivamet on the Heart?
Vivamet may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Vivamet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vivamet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vivamet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Vivamet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Vivamet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Vivamet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Vivamet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vivamet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Vivamet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vivamet
Information about the interaction of Vivamet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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