28 Questions
What is the indication for Metformin?
Type 2 diabetes and gestational diabetes
What is a contra-indication for Metformin?
Liver problems
What is the normal dose and frequency for Metformin?
500 mg twice daily
What is a common or very common side effect of Metformin?
Gastrointestinal disorder
Which medication is recommended for preventing heart disease, heart attacks, and strokes?
Atorvastatin
What is a common side effect of Gliclazide?
Hypoglycaemia
Which medication should be avoided in severe kidney or liver disease and during pregnancy?
Gliclazide
What is a rare side effect of Atorvastatin?
Memory loss
Which medication should be used with caution in those with mild to moderate renal impairment due to the hazard of hypoglycaemia?
Gliclazide
What is a common side effect of Paracetamol when administered orally?
Dyspepsia
Which medication is classified as an analgesic and antipyretic?
Paracetamol
What should be avoided where possible in acute porphyrias, severe kidney or liver disease, and during pregnancy?
Gliclazide
Which medication should be used with caution in chronic kidney disease for primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular events?
Atorvastatin
Which medication may cause constipation and sleep disorders as common side effects?
Atorvastatin
What is a rare side effect of Paracetamol with intravenous use?
Malaise
What serious condition is a contra-indication for the use of Metformin?
Acute metabolic acidosis
Which potential side effect of Metformin requires discontinuation of the medication?
Hepatitis
What should be avoided where possible in individuals taking Metformin?
Tissue hypoxia
What is the initial normal dose and frequency for Metformin?
500 mg once daily
Which medication should be avoided in individuals with acute porphyrias, severe kidney or liver disease, and during pregnancy?
Gliclazide
What is a rare side effect of Atorvastatin?
Lupus-like syndrome
What is a common or very common side effect of Metformin?
Hypoglycaemia
What is the indication for Metformin?
Managing type 2 diabetes
What is a common side effect of Gliclazide?
Nausea
What is a rare side effect of Paracetamol with intravenous use?
Angioedema
What should be avoided where possible in individuals with severe renal impairment?
Gliclazide
Which medication is classified as an analgesic and antipyretic?
Paracetamol
What is a contra-indication for Metformin?
Hypersensitivity in liver or renal failure
Test your knowledge about the indications, contraindications, normal dosage, and side effects of Metformin, a biguanide medication used for type 2 diabetes and gestational diabetes. Understand its effects on hepatic and renal function as well.
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