About METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID
METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID 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.
METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID combines two medications: metformin (antidiabetic) and alpha-lipoic acid. METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID improves insulin sensitivity and ovarian angiogenesis to restore normal menstrual function and prevent cyst development in PCOS patients (blood vessel formation).
METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID 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, METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID 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 METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID or any ingredients. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID to rule out any side effects. Do not take METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. And There is limited information available on the use of METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID 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 METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID 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
METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID combines two medications: metformin (antidiabetic) and alpha-lipoic acid. METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID improves insulin sensitivity and ovarian angiogenesis (blood vessel formation) to restore normal menstrual function and prevent cyst development in PCOS patients.
Directions for Use
Storage
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
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Notify your doctor if you have had an adverse response to METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID or any of its constituents. Before taking METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID, 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 METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Furthermore, there is little data on the usage of METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID 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 METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID 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: METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID 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 METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID is not advisable as it may cause unpleasant side effects, or you may become more sensitive to the effects of alcohol.
Drug-Disease Interactions: METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID may interact with disease conditions, including lactic acidosis, cardiovascular risk, hypoglycaemia, and B12 deficiency.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionConsuming alcohol with METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID is not advisable as it may cause unpleasant side effects, or you may become more sensitive to the effects of alcohol.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult your doctor. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on the use of METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID pregnancy. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionConsult your doctor; there is no substantial research yet on using METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID in breastfeeding. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
cautionIt is not known whether METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID 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.
Liver
cautionLimited information is available for the use of METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID in patients suffering from liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID in patients with liver impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Kidney
cautionLimited information was available for the use of METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID in patients suffering from kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID in patients with kidney impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Children
unsafeThe safety and efficacy of METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE+ALPHA LIPOIC ACID have not been established in paediatric patients.
Habit Forming
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.
