Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Wilnaze-Xr 500 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

Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet 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

Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet 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 500 Tablet 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 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Wilnaze-Xr does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Wilnaze-Xr is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet on the Heart?

Wilnaze-Xr is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Wilnaze-Xr 500 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 Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet

Is this Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet is addictive.

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

Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Wilnaze-Xr 500 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Wilnaze-Xr safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Wilnaze-Xr 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

Does Wilnaze-Xr cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Yes, Wilnaze-Xr can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Wilnaze-Xr 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 Wilnaze-Xr may need to be adjusted.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Wilnaze-Xr increase lactic acidosis?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Lactic acidosis associated with Wilnaze-Xr treatment is a rare but fatal adverse effect. Lactic acidosis appears to result from biguanide interference causing an increase in production and decrease in clearance of lactate leading to higher cellular lactate levels. A decrease in pyruvate carboxylase activity, the rate-limiting enzyme in the formation of glucose from lactate, can also decrease hepatic metabolism of lactate. leading to increasing lactic acidosis. Signs and symptoms of Wilnaze-Xr induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Wilnaze-Xr cause sleep problems?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Wilnaze-Xr can cause some sleep problems, especially insomnia. On the other hand, Wilnaze-Xr has proven to be useful for preventing sleep apnea. The exact relationship between Wilnaze-Xr and sleep problems is still not clear, and further studies are needed for a clearer understanding.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take alcohol with Wilnaze-Xr?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, you should not take alcohol with Wilnaze-Xr, 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 Wilnaze-Xr than if you're just taking Wilnaze-Xr. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.