Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Indication: Diabetes mellitus Age: Adult |
Dose: Oral – 200-300 mcg Frequency: three times daily |
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Indication: Diabetes mellitus Age: Elderly |
Dose: Oral Note: Initiate at lower doses. |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
|
Age: Child |
Dose: Not applicable – No approved pediatric dosage available Note: No approved pediatric dosage available |
Administration
- Take just before meals
- Should be taken with first bite of food
Side Effect
- Flatulence
- abdominal distension
- diarrhoea
- pain
- skin reactions
- hypoglycemia
- increased LFT
- Hepatotoxicity
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Other Antidiabetics (Metformin, Glibenclamide, Glimepiride, Sitagliptin, Pioglitazone, Rosiglitazone, Empagliflozin) including insulin
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May enhance effects
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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Can worsen GI symptoms
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GI Obstruction
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Risk of complications
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Keep in a cool and dry place. Keep out of the reach of children. Protect from light.
Data Sources
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