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Zeformin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses. Zeformin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Zeformin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Zeformin include Nausea or vomiting, Bradycardia, Constipation. While these are the most often observed Zeformin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zeformin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zeformin is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Zeformin related warnings talks about Zeformin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zeformin contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Zeformin have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zeformin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Zeformin 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Zeformin safe for pregnant women?
Zeformin may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Zeformin, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Zeformin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Zeformin.
What is the effect of Zeformin on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Zeformin. 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 Zeformin on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Zeformin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Zeformin only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zeformin on the Heart?
Zeformin can cause side effects that could harm the heart. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
Zeformin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zeformin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zeformin habit forming or addictive?
Zeformin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Zeformin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Zeformin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zeformin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Zeformin
You can take Zeformin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zeformin
Taking Zeformin with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 272
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1314-1315
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