Matce 1000 Tablet ER: 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 Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Matce is used -

Severe

Blurred vision

Moderate

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Chest Pain

Mild

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

Common

Stomach Upset
Difficulty urinating

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 over 5 years ago

Can Matce cause alopecia (hair loss)?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Matce is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Matce type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.

Question about 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 over 5 years ago

Can I take Matce with statin?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Matce 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Matce cause sleep problems?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Matce can cause some sleep problems, especially insomnia. On the other hand, Matce has proven to be useful for preventing sleep apnea. The exact relationship between Matce and sleep problems is still not clear, and further studies are needed for a clearer understanding.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Matce work?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Matce works by decreasing the hepatic glucose production. It also works to lower blood sugar by increasing your sensitivity to insulin and decreasing the amount of glucose that is absorbed from the food you eat.