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K Met Information

K Met, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.

The optimal dosage of K Met is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of K Met are Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Some other side effects of K Met have been listed ahead. Such side effects of K Met normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that K Met has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if K Met has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the K Met related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock must refrain from the use of K Met since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of K Met have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of K Met with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that K Met is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

K Met Benefits & Uses
K Met Dosage & How to Take
K Met Side Effects
K Met Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of K Met with Other Drugs
K Met Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about K Met
K Met Interactions with Food and Alcohol

K Met Benefits & Uses

K Met is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

K Met 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: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

K Met Related Warnings

Is the use of K Met safe for pregnant women?

K Met has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of K Met safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of K Met. Immediately discontinue K Met if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of K Met on the Kidneys?

K Met does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of K Met on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of K Met on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of K Met on the Heart?

Using K Met does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of K Met with Other Drugs

K Met should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

K Met Contraindications

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

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Anemia
Shock
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about K Met

Is this K Met habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that K Met is addictive.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking K Met as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, K Met is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, K Met cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

K Met Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and K Met

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking K Met with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and K Met

Consumption of alcohol and K Met together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about K Met

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take alcohol with K Met?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, you should not take alcohol with K Met, 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 K Met than if you're just taking K Met. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.

Question over 5 years ago

Does K Met cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, K Met can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that K Met 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 K Met may need to be adjusted.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take K Met with a beta-blocker?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, you can take K 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 K Met and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.

Question almost 6 years ago

What are the uses of K Met?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

K 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What are the long term effects of K Met?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

The long-term use can lead to the deficiency of Vitamin B12, which can further lead to megaloblastic anemia. Furthermore, Long-term Metformin use can also lead to kidney and liver problems.