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Met 500 Tablet SR Information

Met 500 Tablet SR is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Secondary and off-label uses of Met 500 Tablet SR have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Met 500 Tablet SR depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Met 500 Tablet SR also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Met 500 Tablet SR can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Met 500 Tablet SR are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Met 500 Tablet SR has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Met 500 Tablet SR related warnings talks about Met 500 Tablet SR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Met 500 Tablet SR is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Met 500 Tablet SR have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Met 500 Tablet SR may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Met 500 Tablet SR is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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Met Related Warnings
Met Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Met
Met Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Met 500 Tablet SR Benefits & Uses

Met 500 Tablet SR is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections
Stomach Infection
Amebiasis
Giardiasis
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Parasitic Infections

Other Benefits

Met 500 Tablet SR Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Endocarditis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Met 500 Tablet SR Related Warnings

Is the use of Met 500 Tablet SR safe for pregnant women?

Met is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Met 500 Tablet SR safe during breastfeeding?

Met can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Met 500 Tablet SR on the Kidneys?

Met rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Met 500 Tablet SR on the Liver?

Met may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Met 500 Tablet SR on the Heart?

Met is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Met 500 Tablet SR Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Met 500 Tablet SR unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Diabetes
Peripheral Neuropathy
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Frequently asked Questions about Met 500 Tablet SR

Is this Met 500 Tablet SR habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Met 500 Tablet SR has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Met 500 Tablet SR. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Met 500 Tablet SR is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Met 500 Tablet SR is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Met 500 Tablet SR Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Met 500 Tablet SR

It is safe to take Met 500 Tablet SR with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Met 500 Tablet SR

Taking alcohol with Met 500 Tablet SR can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Met 500 Tablet SR

Question about 5 years ago

Can i take Met with ibuprofen?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Met and ibuprofen can be taken at the same time. There are no known drug interactions found between them.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Met effective against candida (fungal infections)?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Met is not effective in candida (fungal infections) because it is an anti-amoebic and antiprotozoal drug, it is only effective for bacterial and protozoal infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Met nephrotoxic?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Met is not nephrotoxic (kidney damaging). However, if this drug is taken unnecessarily in excessive dosage then it can lead to kidney damage.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Met treat urinary tract infections (UTI)?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Met cannot be used in the treatment of urinary tract infections (UTI). This is because Met is effective but is found to be badly-tolerated in patients suffering from urinary tract infections (UTI).

Question over 5 years ago

Is Met used to treat diarrhea?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Met is not used directly to treat diarrhea. However, it is used to treat the symptoms of giardiasis (intestinal infection) such as dehydration from diarrhea.