Medicine : Walformin Od(30tab 10)

Name:Walformin Od(30tab 10)
Type:Tablet
Manufacturer:Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Generic Use:Gliclazide , Metformin
Composition:Gliclazide(30mg) , Metformin(500mg)
Substitutes:exermet gz(530mg) , walformin od(30tab 10) , zeformin xr(30mg) , exermet gz(530mg) , walformin od(30tab 10) , zeformin xr(30mg)


Generic ( Gliclazide )


Typical use Of Gliclazide :To Control High Blood Glucose In Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Mechanism of action of Gliclazide :Gliclazide Lowers The Blood Glucose Level By Improving The Insulin Secretion From The Functioning Beta Cells Of The Pancreas.
Drug Interaction of Gliclazide :Gliclazide May Interact With Sulfonamide Antibiotics, Blood Thinners, Antidepressants, Aspirin, Propranolol, Rifampin, Phenylbutazone, Disopyramide, Probenecid, Clofibrate, Steroids, Oral Contraceptives, Cimetidine, Miconazole, Fluconazole, Beta-blockers, Danazol, Chlorpromazine, Glucocorticoids, Ritodrine, Salbutamol And Terbutaline. Always Consult Your Physician For The Change Of Dose Regimen Or An Alternative Drug Of Choice That May Strictly Be Required.
Side effects of Gliclazide :Hypoglycaemia (fall In Blood Glucose Level), Jaundice Or Liver Dysfunction, Rashes, Angioedema (rapid Swelling Of Tissues Such As Eyelids, Face, Lips, Mouth, Or Tongue), Decrease In The Number Of Cells In The Blood (e.g. Platelets, Red And White Blood Cells), Stomach Pain, Diarrhea, Indigestion And Headache.

INTERACTIONS OF GLICLAZIDE

How Gliclazide will impact on Pregnancy ?

Studies In Animals Have Shown Risk To Fetus, However There Are No Sufficient Studies In Humans. This Drug May Be Used In Pregnant Women If Benefit Outweighs The Risk. Patients Should Follow The Advice Of The Doctor Regarding Its Use.

How Gliclazide will impact during lactation(breastfeeding) ?

Contraindicated: The Drug Should Not Be Used By Breastfeeding Women, As Evidences From Studies Have Shown That There Is A High Risk Of Causing Significant Damage To Infants.

Medicine & Alcohol use and effect of Gliclazide

No Studies Found





Generic ( Metformin )


Typical use Of Metformin :Metformin Is Used In The Treatment Of Diabetes Mellitus, Insulin Resistance, And Obesity.
Mechanism of action of Metformin :The Exact Mechanism Of Action Of Metformin Is Not Clear But It Appears To Act By Decreasing Glucose Absorption From The Intestine, Decreasing Production Of Glucose From Proteins And Fats In Liver, And Enhancing Insulin Sensitivity In Muscle By Increasing Glucose Uptake And Utilization.
Drug Interaction of Metformin :Taking Metformin With Other Anti-diabetic Drugs May Lead To Excessive Lowering Of Bloodsugar. If You Go For An X-ray Or Scan, Do Not Take Metformin Before And At Least 48 Hours Afterwards. Metformin With Diuretics (furosemide), Anti-asthmatic Drugs Such As Salbutamol Or Terbutaline, Or Corticosteroids (prednisone) May Affect The Glucose Control. Always Consult Your Physician For The Change Of Dose Regimen Or An Alternative Drug Of Choice That May Strictly Be Required.
Side effects of Metformin :The Common Side Effects Are Urge To Vomit, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Abdominal Pain, Loss Of Appetite, Malabsorption Of Vitamin B12, Taste Disturbance, And Altered Liver Functions. Also, The Patient May Have The Side Effects Of Lactic Acidosis (symptoms Are Vomiting, Abdominal Pain With Muscle Cramps, Not Feeling Well With Severe Tiredness, And Difficulty In Breathing), And Skin Reactions Such As Redness Of Skin, Itching, Hives (pale Red, Raised, Itchy Bumps Of Skin).

INTERACTIONS OF METFORMIN

How Metformin will impact on Pregnancy ?

The Drug Should Not Be Used By Pregnant Women. Experiences Of Drug Use And Evidence From Studies In Pregnant Women Have Shown High Risk To Fetus. The Risk Of Drug Use In Pregnant Women Outweighs The Benefit.

How Metformin will impact during lactation(breastfeeding) ?

Contraindicated: The Drug Should Not Be Used By Breastfeeding Women, As Evidences From Studies Have Shown That There Is A High Risk Of Causing Significant Damage To Infants.

Medicine & Alcohol use and effect of Metformin

No Studies Found