Wilnaze-Xr Information
Wilnaze-Xr is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Wilnaze-Xr depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Wilnaze-Xr Benefits & Uses
Wilnaze-Xr is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Wilnaze-Xr 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Wilnaze-Xr Related Warnings
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Is the use of Wilnaze-Xr safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Wilnaze-Xr has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Mild -
Is the use of Wilnaze-Xr safe during breastfeeding?
Wilnaze-Xr may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Wilnaze-Xr, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Wilnaze-Xr.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Wilnaze-Xr on the Kidneys?
Wilnaze-Xr does not damage the kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Wilnaze-Xr on the Liver?
Wilnaze-Xr is not harmful for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Wilnaze-Xr on the Heart?
Wilnaze-Xr is completely safe for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Wilnaze-Xr with Other Drugs
Wilnaze-Xr should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Wilnaze-Xr Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Wilnaze-Xr 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 Wilnaze-Xr
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Is this Wilnaze-Xr habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Wilnaze-Xr is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Wilnaze-Xr will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Wilnaze-Xr only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Wilnaze-Xr cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Wilnaze-Xr Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Wilnaze-Xr
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Wilnaze-Xr, due to a lack of research on this.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Wilnaze-Xr
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Wilnaze-Xr as it can have severe side effects.
Severe
Frequently asked Questions about Wilnaze-Xr
Question about 5 years ago
Can I take Wilnaze-Xr with a beta-blocker?
Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics
Yes, you can take Wilnaze-Xr 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 Wilnaze-Xr and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Wilnaze-Xr with gliclazide?
Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology
Yes, you can take Wilnaze-Xr 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 over 5 years ago
What are the long term effects of Wilnaze-Xr?
Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician
The long-term use can lead to the deficiency of Vitamin B12, which can further lead to megaloblastic anemia. Furthermore, Long-term Metformin use can also lead to kidney and liver problems.
Question about 5 years ago
Can Wilnaze-Xr cause alopecia (hair loss)?
Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician
Wilnaze-Xr is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Wilnaze-Xr type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.
Question over 5 years ago
Does Wilnaze-Xr cause stomach ulcers?
Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Wilnaze-Xr commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Wilnaze-Xr with your meal and increase the dose gradually.
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