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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:36 PM IST
Benforce-M Tablet is a combination medicine containing metformin hydrochloride and alpha lipoic acid. It is primarily used to restore normal menstrual function and reduce cyst formation in PCOS patients. It works by improves insulin sensitivity and ovarian angiogenesis to restore normal menstrual function. This medicine is intended for only use in women. Some of the common side effects include feeling sick, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach ache, loss of appetite, etc.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Shield Healthcare

Consume Type

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Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

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About Benforce-M Tablet

Benforce-M Tablet 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.

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

Benforce-M Tablet 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, Benforce-M Tablet 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 Benforce-M Tablet or any ingredients. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking Benforce-M Tablet to rule out any side effects. Do not take Benforce-M Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. And There is limited information available on the use of Benforce-M Tablet 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 Benforce-M Tablet 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 Benforce-M Tablet

Treatment of Ovarian Cysts

Medicinal Benefits

Benforce-M Tablet combines two medications: metformin (antidiabetic) and alpha-lipoic acid. Benforce-M Tablet 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 Benforce-M Tablet 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 Benforce-M Tablet

  • 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 Benforce-M Tablet or any of its constituents. Before taking Benforce-M Tablet , 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 Benforce-M Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Furthermore, there is little data on the usage of Benforce-M Tablet 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 Benforce-M Tablet 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: Benforce-M Tablet 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 Benforce-M Tablet is not advisable as it may cause unpleasant side effects, or you may become more sensitive to the effects of alcohol.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Benforce-M Tablet 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

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.

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.

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Alcohol

Caution

Consuming alcohol with Benforce-M Tablet is not advisable as it may cause unpleasant side effects, or you may become more sensitive to the effects of alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on the use of Benforce-M Tablet pregnancy. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor; there is no substantial research yet on using Benforce-M Tablet in breastfeeding. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

It is not known whether Benforce-M Tablet 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.

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Liver

Caution

Limited information is available for the use of Benforce-M Tablet in patients suffering from liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using Benforce-M Tablet in patients with liver impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

Limited information was available for the use of Benforce-M Tablet in patients suffering from kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using Benforce-M Tablet in patients with kidney impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

Unsafe

The safety and efficacy of Benforce-M Tablet have not been established in paediatric patients.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No.66, II Cross Street, Pallavan Nagar Extension, Maduravoyal, Chennai 600095, Tamilnadu, India.
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FAQs

Benforce-M Tablet is used in the treatment of ovarian cysts. It thelps restore normal menstrual function and reduce cyst formation in PCOS patients.
Benforce-M Tablet combines two medications: metformin (antidiabetic) and alpha-lipoic acid. Benforce-M Tablet 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 Benforce-M Tablet without consulting your doctor. Continue using Benforce-M Tablet 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 Benforce-M Tablet .
Benforce-M Tablet 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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