Phenformin Benefits & Uses

Phenformin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Phenformin 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: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Banned
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Banned

Phenformin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Phenformin is used -

Severe

Skin reaction

Mild

Loss of appetite
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Metallic taste in mouth

Phenformin Related Warnings

Is the use of Phenformin safe for pregnant women?

Phenformin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Phenformin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Phenformin safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Phenformin in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Phenformin is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Phenformin on the Kidneys?

Phenformin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Phenformin on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Phenformin on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Phenformin on the Heart?

Phenformin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Phenformin with Other Drugs

Phenformin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Cimetidine

Mild

Cyanocobalamin

Phenformin Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Phenformin

Is this Phenformin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Phenformin.

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

Phenformin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Phenformin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Phenformin for mental disorders.

No

Phenformin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Phenformin

There is no information on the effects of taking Phenformin with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Phenformin

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Phenformin.

Unknown