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Metformin Hydrochloride+alpha Lipoic Acid

About Metformin Hydrochloride+alpha Lipoic Acid

Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride is a combination medication primarily used to restore normal menstrual function and reduce cyst formation in PCOS patients. A fluid-filled sac that develops on an ovary is known as an ovarian cyst. They're very common and usually don't cause any symptoms. Ovarian cysts can affect both ovaries at the same time or only one.

Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride combines two medications: metformin (antidiabetic) and alpha-lipoic acid. Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride improves insulin sensitivity and ovarian angiogenesis to restore normal menstrual function and prevent cyst development in PCOS patients (blood vessel formation).

Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals per your doctor's prescribed schedule. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on the severity of your condition. Take it for as long as the doctor has prescribed for maximum benefits. In some cases, Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride can cause side effects like feeling sick (nausea), sick (vomiting) or diarrhoea, stomach ache, loss of appetite, and a metallic taste in the mouth. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you have had an allergic reaction to Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride or any ingredients. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride to rule out any side effects. Do not take Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. And There is limited information available on the use of Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride in patients with liver/kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks. It is not known whether Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride alters the ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience symptoms affecting your ability to concentrate and react. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

Uses of Metformin Hydrochloride+alpha Lipoic Acid

Ovarian Cysts

Medicinal Benefits

Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride combines two medications: metformin (antidiabetic) and alpha-lipoic acid. Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride improves insulin sensitivity and ovarian angiogenesis (blood vessel formation) to restore normal menstrual function and prevent cyst development in PCOS patients.

Directions for Use

Take Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Metformin Hydrochloride+alpha Lipoic Acid

  • Feeling sick (nausea)
  • Being sick (vomiting) or diarrhoea
  • Stomach ache
  • Insomnia
  • Fatigue
  • Diarrhoea
  • Skin rash
  • Loss of appetite
  • A metallic taste in the mouth

Drug Warnings

Notify your doctor if you have had an adverse response to Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride or any of its constituents. Before taking Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride, inform your doctor about your medical history and other medications you are currently taking to rule out any potential negative effects. Unless otherwise directed, do not take Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Furthermore, there is little data on the usage of Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride in patients with liver/kidney disease. Please consult your physician. Only if the benefits outweigh the risks will your doctor prescribe. It is unknown whether Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride affects driving ability. If you have any symptoms that impair your ability to focus or respond, do not drive or use machinery. If the symptoms persist, seek medical assistance.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride may interact with certain diuretic medication (e.g. acetazolamide), certain medicines used for the treatment of acute angle-closure glaucoma (e.g. dichlorphenamide), certain antibiotics (e.g. gatifloxacin), certain medicines used to treat glaucoma (e.g. methazolamide), certain anti-seizure medication (e.g. topiramate, zonisamide), and certain diagnosing agent or radiocontrast agent (e.g. diatrizoate, iodamide, iodipamide, metrizamide).

Drug-Food Interactions: Consuming alcohol with Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride is not advisable as it may cause unpleasant side effects, or you may become more sensitive to the effects of alcohol.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride may interact with disease conditions, including lactic acidosis, cardiovascular risk, hypoglycaemia, and B12 deficiency.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:

  • ACETAZOLAMIDE
  • DICHLORPHENAMIDE
  • GATIFLOXACIN
  • METHAZOLAMIDE
  • TOPIRAMATE
  • ZONISAMIDE
  • DIATRIZOATE
  • IODAMIDE
  • IODIPAMIDE
  • METRIZAMIDE
  • Safety Advice

    • Safety Warning

      Alcohol

      caution

      Consuming alcohol with Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride is not advisable as it may cause unpleasant side effects, or you may become more sensitive to the effects of alcohol.

    • Safety Warning

      Pregnancy

      caution

      Please consult your doctor. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on the use of Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride pregnancy. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

    • Safety Warning

      Breast Feeding

      caution

      Consult your doctor; there is no substantial research yet on using Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride in breastfeeding. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

    • Safety Warning

      Driving

      caution

      It is not known whether Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride alters the ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience symptoms affecting your ability to concentrate and react. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

    • Safety Warning

      Liver

      caution

      Limited information is available for the use of Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride in patients suffering from liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride in patients with liver impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

    • Safety Warning

      Kidney

      caution

      Limited information was available for the use of Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride in patients suffering from kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride in patients with kidney impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

    • Safety Warning

      Children

      unsafe

      The safety and efficacy of Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride have not been established in paediatric patients.

    Habit Forming

    No

    Diet & Lifestyle Advise

    • Nutrition can help to treat various medical conditions.
    • The optimum diet includes a range of foods from numerous food groups, including healthy carbohydrates such as vegetables and fruits and lean meats such as poultry, fish, and high-fibre grains.
    • Manage weight. Exercising regularly helps in improving overall health.
    • Consume antioxidant-rich fruits such as strawberries and blueberries.
    • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
    • Limit or avoid consuming red meat, cheese, fried foods, saturated fat foods, refined sugar-rich foods, and carbohydrates.
    • Limit the consumption of Alcohol and Caffeine-Induced Beverages.
    • Quit smoking.
    • Meditation and yoga can help lower stress and improve overall health.

    Special Advise

    You may need to stop taking metformin before having surgery and certain medical tests such as a test such as an X-ray or scan involving the injection of a dye that contains iodine into your blood.

    Patients Concern

    Disease/Condition Glossary

    Ovarian cyst: An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac that develops on an ovary. They're extremely common and rarely cause any symptoms. Ovarian cysts can affect both or only one ovary at the same time. An ovarian cyst usually causes symptoms only if it splits (ruptures), is very large, or blocks the blood supply to the ovaries. In these cases, pelvic pain, which can range from a dull, heavy sensation to a sudden, severe, and sharp pain, pain during sex, difficulty emptying your bowels, a frequent need to urinate, heavy periods, irregular periods, or lighter periods than normal, may occur.

    FAQs

    Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride combines two medications: metformin (antidiabetic) and alpha-lipoic acid. Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride improves insulin sensitivity and ovarian angiogenesis (blood vessel formation) to restore normal menstrual function and prevent cyst development in PCOS patients.

    No, it is a prescribed drug given by a physician to prevent specific medical conditions. Taking it on your own can cause unwanted side effects.

    Do not stop using Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride without consulting your doctor. Continue using Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to treat your condition effectively. Do not hesitate to speak with your doctor if you experience difficulty while taking this Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride.

    Alpha Lipoic Acid+metformin Hydrochloride is safe if used in the dose and duration recommended by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed, and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's guidelines carefully and inform your doctor if any side effects disturb you.

    Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule if it is time for the next dose.

    Nutrition influences the function of the ovaries and the hormones that govern the reproductive system. As a result, diet is frequently suggested as a treatment for ovarian cysts.

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    Metformin Hydrochloride+alpha Lipoic Acid

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