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

Metabest Information

Metabest 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 Metabest depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Metabest also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Some other side effects of Metabest have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Metabest 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.

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

Metabest 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 Metabest are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Metabest have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Metabest Benefits & Uses

Metabest is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Metabest 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

Metabest Related Warnings

Is the use of Metabest safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Metabest.

Mild
Is the use of Metabest safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Metabest on the Kidneys?

Metabest is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Metabest on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Metabest on the Heart?

Metabest is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Metabest with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Metabest Contraindications

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

Is this Metabest habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Metabest is addictive.

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

Metabest does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Metabest should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Metabest cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Metabest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Metabest

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Metabest

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Metabest

Question over 5 years ago

Can Metabest cause alopecia (hair loss)?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

What are the uses of Metabest?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Metabest 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 Metabest with gliclazide?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, you can take Metabest with gliclazide, no harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, it is not necessary that no interaction can happen between these two. But before taking such kind of combination you must consult your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Metabest help in weight loss?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Metabest helps in weight loss by reducing appetite and food intake. It also increases the insulin sensitivity in your body to work more effectively. This lead to decreased glucose production increases the use of glucose and decrease the fat deposition further helps in weight loss. However, Metabest is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.

Question over 5 years ago

What are the long term effects of Metabest?

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.