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Eumet 850 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The correct dosage of Eumet 850 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Eumet 850 Mg Tablet are Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Some other side effects of Eumet 850 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Eumet 850 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Eumet 850 Mg Tablet's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Eumet 850 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Eumet 850 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Eumet 850 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Eumet 850 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Eumet 850 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Eumet 850 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Eumet 850 Mg 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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Is the use of Eumet 850 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Eumet Tablet has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Eumet 850 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Eumet Tablet. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Eumet 850 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Eumet Tablet on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Eumet 850 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Eumet Tablet is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Eumet 850 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Eumet Tablet is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eumet 850 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Eumet 850 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Eumet 850 Mg Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Eumet 850 Mg Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Eumet 850 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Eumet 850 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Eumet 850 Mg Tablet
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Eumet 850 Mg Tablet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Eumet 850 Mg Tablet
Consuming Eumet 850 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Eumet Tablet 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.
Yes, Eumet Tablet can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). However, this can also occur if you delay or miss a meal, drink alcohol, exercise more than usual, can't eat due to stomach upset, and taking other antidiabetic medicine with metformin. So, regular monitoring of blood glucose level is needed and be cautious of symptoms of hypoglycemia, always keep glucose-rich food with you.
No, you should not take alcohol with Eumet Tablet, because it can cause serious side effects which includes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The risk of hypoglycemia is higher when you're drinking and taking Eumet Tablet than if you're just taking Eumet Tablet. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.
Eumet Tablet 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.
Lactic acidosis associated with Eumet Tablet treatment is a rare but fatal adverse effect. Lactic acidosis appears to result from biguanide interference causing an increase in production and decrease in clearance of lactate leading to higher cellular lactate levels. A decrease in pyruvate carboxylase activity, the rate-limiting enzyme in the formation of glucose from lactate, can also decrease hepatic metabolism of lactate. leading to increasing lactic acidosis. Signs and symptoms of Eumet Tablet induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.
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