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Cetapin Xr is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The correct dosage of Cetapin Xr depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Cetapin Xr include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Cetapin Xr side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cetapin Xr are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cetapin Xr is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cetapin Xr related warnings talks about Cetapin Xr's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cetapin Xr is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cetapin Xr are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Cetapin Xr with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cetapin Xr is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Cetapin Xr is used to treat the following -
Main 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Cetapin Xr safe for pregnant women?
Cetapin XR has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Cetapin Xr safe during breastfeeding?
Cetapin XR can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Cetapin Xr on the Kidneys?
Cetapin XR is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Cetapin Xr on the Liver?
Cetapin XR is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cetapin Xr on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Cetapin XR for the heart.
Cetapin Xr 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 Cetapin Xr unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cetapin Xr habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cetapin Xr.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cetapin Xr as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Cetapin Xr should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cetapin Xr is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cetapin Xr
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Cetapin Xr and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cetapin Xr
Consumption of alcohol and Cetapin Xr together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Cetapin 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
Yes, Cetapin XR 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.
Yes, you can take Cetapin XR with gliclazide, no harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, it is not necessary that no interaction can happen between these two. But before taking such kind of combination you must consult your doctor.
Yes, Cetapin XR can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). However, this can also occur if you delay or miss a meal, drink alcohol, exercise more than usual, can't eat due to stomach upset, and taking other antidiabetic medicine with metformin. So, regular monitoring of blood glucose level is needed and be cautious of symptoms of hypoglycemia, always keep glucose-rich food with you.
Cetapin XR 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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