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Totaglipt M, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Totaglipt M have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Totaglipt M depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Totaglipt M also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating, Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level). While these are the most often observed Totaglipt M side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Totaglipt M go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Totaglipt M's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Totaglipt M related warnings talks about Totaglipt M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Totaglipt M is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Totaglipt M are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Totaglipt M may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Totaglipt M, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Totaglipt M is used to treat the following -
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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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Totaglipt M is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Totaglipt M safe for pregnant women?
Totaglipt M can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Totaglipt M right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Totaglipt M safe during breastfeeding?
Totaglipt M may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Totaglipt M on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Totaglipt M on kidneys.
What is the effect of Totaglipt M on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Totaglipt M on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Totaglipt M on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Totaglipt M on heart. So it is not known whether taking Totaglipt M will cause side effects on heart or not.
Totaglipt M 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 Totaglipt M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Totaglipt M habit forming or addictive?
Totaglipt M does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Totaglipt M
There is no information on the effects of taking Totaglipt M with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Totaglipt M
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Totaglipt M and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Totaglipt M is used with a proper diet and exercise program, to treat diabetes. It is also used with other medication to reduce the high blood sugar. It is used in a patient with type2 diabetes. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and cancer.
Totaglipt 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.
No, you should not take alcohol with Totaglipt 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 Totaglipt M than if you're just taking Totaglipt M. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.
Totaglipt 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.
Yes, Totaglipt M can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Totaglipt M 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 Totaglipt M may need to be adjusted.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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