Carbophage G 1 Tablet Information

Carbophage G 1 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes. The alternative uses of Carbophage G 1 Tablet have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Carbophage G 1 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Carbophage G 1 Tablet include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Carbophage G 1 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Carbophage G 1 Tablet 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.

Carbophage G 1 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Carbophage G 1 Tablet related warnings talks about Carbophage G 1 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Carbophage G 1 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Carbophage G 1 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Carbophage G 1 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Carbophage G 1 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Carbophage G Benefits & Uses
Carbophage G Dosage & How to Take
Carbophage G Side Effects
Carbophage G Related Warnings
Carbophage G Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Carbophage G
Carbophage G Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Carbophage G 1 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Carbophage G 1 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Carbophage G 1 Tablet 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
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Glimepiride (2 mg)/ Metformin (1000 mg), dose may increase or decrease as per blood glucose level
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Glimepiride (1 mg)/ Metformin (500 mg), dose may increase as per blood glucose level

Carbophage G 1 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Carbophage G 1 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Carbophage G for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Carbophage G 1 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Carbophage G does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Carbophage G 1 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Carbophage G can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Carbophage G 1 Tablet on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Carbophage G. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Carbophage G 1 Tablet on the Heart?

Carbophage G is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Carbophage G 1 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carbophage G 1 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Anemia

Frequently asked Questions about Carbophage G 1 Tablet

Is this Carbophage G 1 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Carbophage G 1 Tablet has not been reported.

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

After taking Carbophage G 1 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Carbophage G 1 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Carbophage G 1 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Carbophage G 1 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Carbophage G 1 Tablet

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Carbophage G 1 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Carbophage G 1 Tablet

Information about the interaction of Carbophage G 1 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown