Xilda M

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Xilda M Information

Xilda M is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Xilda M depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.


Xilda M Benefits & Uses

Xilda M is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

  • Diabetes Type 2

Xilda M 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Voglibose (0.2mg) Metformin (500mg)
Adult
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Voglibose (0.2mg) Metformin (500mg)
Geriatric
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Voglibose (0.2mg) Metformin (500mg)

Xilda M Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Xilda M safe for pregnant women?


    Xilda M has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Xilda M without medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Xilda M safe during breastfeeding?


    Xilda M should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Xilda M on the Kidneys?


    There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Xilda M. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Xilda M on the Liver?


    Xilda M may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Xilda M on the Heart?


    Xilda M is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Xilda M with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate


Xilda M Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xilda M unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Xilda M

  • Is this Xilda M habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Xilda M.

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


    After taking Xilda M you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Xilda M should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Xilda M cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Xilda M Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Xilda M


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

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Xilda M


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Xilda M with alcohol will be.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Xilda M

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Xilda M?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Xilda M contain metformin, is an oral antidiabetic drug which belongs to the class of biguanide. It is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, particularly in people who are overweight. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. Moreover, it also reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications of diabetes.

Question over 5 years ago

What are the long term effects of Xilda M?

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 over 5 years ago

How does Xilda M work for PCOS?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Xilda M increases the sensitivity of insulin, young women with PCOS often have elevated insulin levels and are more likely to develop diabetes. It is often prescribed for women with PCOS to help prevent diabetes. A lifestyle that includes healthy nutrition and daily exercise is the most important part of a PCOS treatment plan.

Question over 5 years ago

How long should I take Xilda M for?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Xilda M can be taken forever, diabetes is a progressive disease it's possible that more medication and/or insulin may eventually need to be added to the regime. 

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Xilda M?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Xilda M 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.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glucophage® (metformin hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 275-276

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 825-826

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 277


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