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D Met 850 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The optimal dosage of D Met 850 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
D Met 850 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed D Met 850 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of D Met 850 Tablet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of D Met 850 Tablet is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on D Met 850 Tablet related warnings talks about D Met 850 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
D Met 850 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of D Met 850 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of D Met 850 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking D Met 850 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
D Met 850 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when D Met 850 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of D Met 850 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from D Met.
Is the use of D Met 850 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
D 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.
What is the effect of D Met 850 Tablet on the Kidneys?
D Met is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of D Met 850 Tablet on the Liver?
D Met does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of D Met 850 Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of D Met for the heart.
D Met 850 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take D Met 850 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this D Met 850 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that D Met 850 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking D Met 850 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
D Met 850 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, D Met 850 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and D Met 850 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with D Met 850 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and D Met 850 Tablet
Taking D Met 850 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, you can take D Met 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 D Met and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.
D Met is used with a proper diet and exercise program, to treat diabetes. It is also used with other medication to reduce the high blood sugar. It is used in a patient with type2 diabetes. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and cancer.
D Met can be taken forever, diabetes is a progressive disease it's possible that more medication and/or insulin may eventually need to be added to the regime.
D Met 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.
D Met contain metformin, is an oral antidiabetic drug which belongs to the class of biguanide. It is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, particularly in people who are overweight. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. Moreover, it also reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications of diabetes.
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References
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