Matce: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Matce Information

Matce is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes.

The right dosage of Matce depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Matce also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Matce can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Matce go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Matce is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Matce related warnings talks about Matce's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Matce can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Matce in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. Other contraindications of Matce have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Matce may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Matce is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Matce Benefits & Uses

Matce is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Matce 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

Matce Related Warnings

Is the use of Matce safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Matce has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Matce safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Matce. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Matce on the Kidneys?

Matce is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Matce on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Matce on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Matce on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Matce for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Matce with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Matce Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Matce 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 Matce

Is this Matce habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Matce has not been reported.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Matce 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, Matce is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Matce Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Matce

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Matce

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Matce as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Matce

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Matce?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Matce should be taken with food to reduce stomach and bowel side effects, which may experience the first few weeks of treatment. Also, exercise regularly and test for sugar in your blood or urine as directed.

Question over 5 years ago

How long should I take Matce for?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Matce 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Matce?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Matce 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 almost 6 years ago

What are the uses of Matce?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Matce 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

Can I take Matce with a beta-blocker?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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