Metaday 500 Mg Tablet SR: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Metaday Benefits & Uses

Metaday is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Metaday 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

Metaday Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metaday 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

Metaday Related Warnings

Is the use of Metaday safe for pregnant women?

Metaday has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Metaday safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Metaday. If you see any side effects, stop taking Metaday immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Metaday again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Metaday on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Metaday on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Metaday on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Metaday on the Heart?

Metaday is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Metaday with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Metaday Contraindications

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

Is this Metaday habit forming or addictive?

Metaday does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Metaday since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Metaday only as per medical advice.

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

Metaday is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Metaday Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Metaday

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Metaday, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Metaday

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Metaday

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Metaday?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Metaday 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 does Metaday work for PCOS?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Metaday 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 about 6 years ago

What is Metaday?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Metaday 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 Metaday cause alopecia (hair loss)?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Metaday cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

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