Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating, Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR 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. Other contraindications of Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR safe for pregnant women?
Tenepride M may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Tenepride M, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Tenepride M. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Tenepride M on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Tenepride M will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR on the Liver?
Information about safety of Tenepride M for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Tenepride M on heart. So it is not known whether taking Tenepride M will cause side effects on heart or not.
Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR 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 Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Tenepride M 1000 Tablet SR with alcohol will be.
Yes, Tenepride M can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Tenepride 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 Tenepride M may need to be adjusted.
No, you should not take alcohol with Tenepride 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 Tenepride M than if you're just taking Tenepride M. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.
Tenepride 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.
Lactic acidosis associated with Tenepride 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 Tenepride M induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.
Yes, you can take Tenepride M with a beta-blocker. People with diabetes tend to develop heart disease or stroke at an earlier age than the general population. One reason for this is that high glucose levels increase your risk of high blood pressure (hypertension). No harmful interactions are seen between them. However, a recent study suggests that beta-blockers can decrease the plasma level of Tenepride M and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.
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