K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR

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K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR Information

K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes.

The correct dosage of K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Some other side effects of K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR have been listed ahead. Such side effects of K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. Some other conditions that can be affected by K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.


K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR Benefits & Uses

K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

K Met 500 Mg 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: 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 500 Mg Tablet SR Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR is used -

Severe

  • Blurred vision

Moderate

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Altered taste
  • Diarrhoea
  • पेट दर्द
  • Loss of appetite
  • Headache
  • पेट की गैस
  • Dyspepsia

Common

  • Stomach Upset
  • Difficulty urinating

K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR Related Warnings

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


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

    Mild
  • Is the use of K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR 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 500 Mg Tablet SR on the Kidneys?


    K Met does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR on the Liver?


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

    Safe
  • What is the effect of K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR on the Heart?


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

    Safe

Severe Interaction of K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR with Other Drugs

K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate


K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR

  • Is this K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR 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 500 Mg Tablet SR as it does not make you drowsy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR 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 500 Mg Tablet SR cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR


    There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR


    Consumption of alcohol and K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe

Frequently asked Questions about K Met 500 Mg Tablet SR

Question almost 6 years ago

Is K Met safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, K Met is safe to use, many people have side effects at first, they usually diminish and then go away completely in a few weeks. A few people find they cannot tolerate metformin, there are other drugs but metformin is usually the first choice. It is very safe

Question almost 6 years ago

What is K Met?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

K 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How does K Met work for PCOS?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

K 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.

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

Can I take K Met with statin?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, K Met can be taken with the statin. There is no serious or harmful interaction have been observed between them. Some studies say that it's possible your blood sugar (blood glucose) level may increase when you take a statin, which may lead to developing type 2 diabetes. The risk is small but important enough that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning on statin labels regarding blood glucose levels and diabetes.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glucophage® (metformin hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 275-276

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 825-826

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