Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, you can take Ameto with a beta-blocker. People with diabetes tend to develop heart disease or stroke at an earlier age than the general population. One reason for this is that high glucose levels increase your risk of high blood pressure (hypertension). No harmful interactions are seen between them. However, a recent study suggests that beta-blockers can decrease the plasma level of Ameto and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Ameto helps in weight loss by reducing appetite and food intake. It also increases the insulin sensitivity in your body to work more effectively. This lead to decreased glucose production increases the use of glucose and decrease the fat deposition further helps in weight loss. However, Ameto is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Ameto increases the sensitivity of insulin, young women with PCOS often have elevated insulin levels and are more likely to develop diabetes. It is often prescribed for women with PCOS to help prevent diabetes. A lifestyle that includes healthy nutrition and daily exercise is the most important part of a PCOS treatment plan.

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Yes, Ameto can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Ameto causes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) especially at night which can cause night sweats. Need to monitor your blood glucose level regularly, and talk to your doctor as your dose of Ameto may need to be adjusted.

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Ameto is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Ameto type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.