Benfomet Plus Tablet 10'S

Introduction About BENFOMET PLUS TABLET

BENFOMET PLUS TABLET is a combination of Alpha lipoic acid, Methylcobalamin, Benfotiamine, Pyridoxine which belongs to the group of medicines called Nutritional supplements and Vitamins respectively. It is used to manage diabetic neuropathy and helps to manage blood sugar levels.

Diabetic neuropathy is a type of nerve damage occurring because of increased blood sugar levels which mainly occurs in feet and legs. Symptoms includes sharp pain, muscle weakness, severe sensitivity to touch, numbness, serious cases ulcers, infections, bone, and joint damages. Your doctor will ask you to monitor blood sugar levels regularly while taking management with BENFOMET PLUS TABLET.

It is not recommended for use in patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding, and allergic to any of its components. BENFOMET PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in children. Before taking BENFOMET PLUS TABLET inform your doctor if you have liver disease, thyroid disease, severe diabetes, thiamine deficiency. The most common side effects of taking BENFOMET PLUS TABLET involves nausea, vomiting, skin rashes, loss of appetite with fear of weight gaining (anorexia), loose motions. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen or persists for a long duration.

Uses Of BENFOMET PLUS TABLET

• Used to manage diabetic peripheral neuropathy

How BENFOMET PLUS TABLET Works

BENFOMET PLUS TABLET is a combination of Alpha lipoic acid, Benfotiamine, Methylcobalamin and Pyridoxine. Alpha-lipoic acid easily enters the brain and the peripheral nerves and penetrates all parts of nerve cells to neutralise free radicals and stop the nerve tissue from ageing too quickly or degenerating chronically. Methylcobalamin improves the metabolism and antioxidant capability of brain and vascular endothelial cells to manage peripheral neuropathy. Pyridoxine helps to protect nerves from further damage, restores its structural and functional integrity and causes a recovery of function. Benfotiamine plays a role in glucose metabolism (conversion of glucose to energy) and helps to reduce blood sugar levels.

How to use BENFOMET PLUS TABLET

Take BENFOMET PLUS TABLET as advised by your doctor. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dosage and duration of BENFOMET PLUS TABLET for you depending on your age, body weight and severity of condition.

Side Effects Of BENFOMET PLUS TABLET

How To Manage Side Effects

Nausea And Vomiting

Avoid eating fried and greasy food. Take simple, light, small meals at frequent intervals. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking lots of fluids.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

Contraindicated

BENFOMET PLUS TABLET is not recommended to take if you are pregnant. Consult your doctor before taking.

Breastfeeding

Contraindicated

BENFOMET PLUS TABLET is not recommended to take if you are a breast-feeding women. Consult your doctor before taking BENFOMET PLUS TABLET.

Alcohol

Consult your doctor

Inform your doctor if you have the habit of drinking too much alcohol before taking BENFOMET PLUS TABLET to avoid unwanted side effects.

Liver

Use with Caution

BENFOMET PLUS TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Consult your doctor before taking BENFOMET PLUS TABLET.

Allergy

Contraindicated

Do not take BENFOMET PLUS TABLET if you are allergic to Alpha lipoic acid, Benfotiamine, Methylcobalamin, Pyridoxine or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking BENFOMET PLUS TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• medicines used to manage Parkinson’s disease (Ex. levodopa)
• medicines used to manage tuberculosis (Ex. isoniazid, amino salicylic acid)
• medicines used for birth control (Ex. estradiol)
• medicines used to manage arthritis (Ex. penicillamine)
• medicine used to manage bacterial infection (Ex. Neomycin, chloramphenicol)
• medicines used to manage gastritis (Ex. cimetidine, ranitidine)
• medicine used to manage gout (Ex. colchicine)

B. Drug-Food interaction:

Avoid taking BENFOMET PLUS TABLET with milk since milk decreases its effectiveness. Consult your doctor before taking.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of BENFOMET PLUS TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

Synopsis

More Information

• Keep BENFOMET PLUS TABLET out of reach of children
• Store BENFOMET PLUS TABLET at room temperature

FAQs About BENFOMET PLUS TABLET

Q: What is BENFOMET PLUS TABLET used for?

A: BENFOMET PLUS TABLET is a combination of Alpha lipoic acid, Methylcobalamin, Benfotiamine, Pyridoxine which belongs to the group of medicines called Nutritional supplements and Vitamins respectively. It is used to manage diabetic neuropathy and helps to manage blood sugar levels.

Q: How BENFOMET PLUS TABLET works?

A: BENFOMET PLUS TABLET is a combination of Alpha lipoic acid, Benfotiamine, Methylcobalamin and Pyridoxine. Alpha-lipoic acid easily enters the brain and the peripheral nerves and penetrates all parts of nerve cells to neutralise free radicals and stop the nerve tissue from ageing too quickly or degenerating chronically. Methylcobalamin improves the metabolism and antioxidant capability of brain and vascular endothelial cells to manage peripheral neuropathy. Pyridoxine helps to protect nerves from further damage, restores its structural and functional integrity and causes a recovery of function. Benfotiamine plays a role in glucose metabolism (conversion of glucose to energy) and helps to reduce blood sugar levels.

Q: Is BENFOMET PLUS TABLET a multivitamin?

A: BENFOMET PLUS TABLET is a multivitamin supplement indicated for neuropathy induced by diabetic peripheral neuropathy. It helps to boost and maintain the activity of damaged neurons.

Q: Does BENFOMET PLUS TABLET manages nerve pain?

A: Yes. BENFOMET PLUS TABLET is a dietary supplement that helps to boost and maintain the activity of damaged neurons and it helps to relieve pain. Consult your doctor before taking.

Q: Does BENFOMET PLUS TABLET helps to manage cholesterol?

A: BENFOMET PLUS TABLET has no significant effect on cholesterol levels or plasma triglycerides levels. Consult your doctor for advice.

Q: How to take BENFOMET PLUS TABLET?

A: Take BENFOMET PLUS TABLET exactly as advised by your doctor. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dosage and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and severity of condition.

Q: What are the possible side effects of taking BENFOMET PLUS TABLET?

A: The most possible side effects of taking BENFOMET PLUS TABLET involves nausea, vomiting, skin rashes, loss of appetite with fear of weight gaining (anorexia), diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms are worsening.

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Author Details

Written By Dr. Janet.C - Pharm.D

Reviewed For Accuracy By Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle - MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Last updated on 10 Mar 2023 | 09:43 AM(IST)