Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

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

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Zilenta 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.

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Lactic acidosis associated with Zilenta M 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 Zilenta M induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst. 

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

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

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Zilenta M can be taken with the statin. There is no serious or harmful interaction have been observed between them. Some studies say that it's possible your blood sugar (blood glucose) level may increase when you take a statin, which may lead to developing type 2 diabetes. The risk is small but important enough that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning on statin labels regarding blood glucose levels and diabetes.