Metagard 20 Mg Tablet Information

Metagard 20 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Angina are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The optimal dosage of Metagard 20 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Metagard 20 Mg Tablet are Headache, Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Metagard 20 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Metagard 20 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Metagard 20 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Metagard 20 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Metagard 20 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Parkinson's Disease, Allergy are examples of such conditions.

Besides this, Metagard 20 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Metagard 20 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Metagard 20 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Metagard 20 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Angina

Metagard 20 Mg Tablet 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: Angina Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Angina Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Metagard 20 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Metagard 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Metagard on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Metagard 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Metagard for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Metagard 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Metagard rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Metagard 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Metagard on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Metagard 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Side effects of Metagard rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Metagard 20 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Metagard 20 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Metoclopramide

Metagard 20 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metagard 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Parkinson's Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Metagard 20 Mg Tablet

Is this Metagard 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Metagard 20 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Metagard 20 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Metagard 20 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Metagard 20 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Metagard 20 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Metagard 20 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Metagard 20 Mg Tablet

Taking Metagard 20 Mg Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Metagard 20 Mg Tablet

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Metagard 20 Mg Tablet.

Unknown