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Afoglip M 500 Tablet Information

Afoglip M 500 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Afoglip M 500 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Afoglip M 500 Tablet. 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.

Afoglip M 500 Tablet 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 Afoglip M 500 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Afoglip M 500 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Afoglip M 500 Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Afoglip M 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock must refrain from the use of Afoglip M 500 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Afoglip M 500 Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Afoglip M 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Afoglip M 500 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Afoglip M Benefits & Uses
Afoglip M Dosage & How to Take
Afoglip M Side Effects
Afoglip M Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Afoglip M with Other Drugs
Afoglip M Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Afoglip M
Afoglip M Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Afoglip M 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Afoglip M 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Afoglip M 500 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	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: Metformin (1000 mg), Teneligliptin ( 20 mg)/Tablet, dose depends on blood glucose level of the body
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: Metformin (1000 mg), Teneligliptin ( 20 mg)/Tablet, dose depends on blood glucose level of the body
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: Metformin (1000 mg), Teneligliptin ( 20 mg)/Tablet, dose depends on blood glucose level of the body

Afoglip M 500 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Afoglip M 500 Tablet is used -

Severe

Blurred vision

Moderate

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Chest Pain

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Altered taste
Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Loss of appetite
Headache
पेट की गैस
Dyspepsia

Common

Stomach Upset
Difficulty urinating
Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Unknown

Tremor
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Contact Dermatitis

Afoglip M 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Afoglip M 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Afoglip M may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Afoglip M, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Afoglip M 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Afoglip M should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Afoglip M 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

There is no research available on the side effects of Afoglip M on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Afoglip M 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Information about safety of Afoglip M for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Afoglip M 500 Tablet on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Afoglip M on the heart, information on safety of Afoglip M for the heart is unavailable.

Severe Interaction of Afoglip M 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

Afoglip M 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Afoglip M 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Afoglip M 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Anemia
Shock
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Diabetes Type 1
Infections
Trauma

Frequently asked Questions about Afoglip M 500 Tablet

Is this Afoglip M 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Afoglip M 500 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

Afoglip M 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Afoglip M 500 Tablet

There is no information on the effects of taking Afoglip M 500 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Afoglip M 500 Tablet

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Afoglip M 500 Tablet.

Frequently asked Questions about Afoglip M 500 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Afoglip M cause sleep problems?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

How long should I take Afoglip M for?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Afoglip M can be taken forever, diabetes is a progressive disease it's possible that more medication and/or insulin may eventually need to be added to the regime.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Afoglip M cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Yes, Afoglip M can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Afoglip 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 Afoglip M may need to be adjusted.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Afoglip M?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Afoglip 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Afoglip M with a beta-blocker?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, you can take Afoglip 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 Afoglip M and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.