Metatime, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Metatime. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Metatime include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Metatime can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Metatime normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Metatime's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Metatime related warnings talks about Metatime's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Metatime can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Metatime in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. The section on Metatime contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Metatime may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Metatime is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Metatime is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metatime is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Metatime safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Metatime has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Metatime safe during breastfeeding?
Metatime may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Metatime, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Metatime.
What is the effect of Metatime on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Metatime on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metatime on the Liver?
Using Metatime does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Metatime on the Heart?
Using Metatime does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Metatime should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metatime unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metatime habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Metatime is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Metatime since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Metatime only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Metatime is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Metatime
There is no information on the effects of taking Metatime with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metatime
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Metatime as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Metatime 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.
Lactic acidosis associated with Metatime treatment is a rare but fatal adverse effect. Lactic acidosis appears to result from biguanide interference causing an increase in production and decrease in clearance of lactate leading to higher cellular lactate levels. A decrease in pyruvate carboxylase activity, the rate-limiting enzyme in the formation of glucose from lactate, can also decrease hepatic metabolism of lactate. leading to increasing lactic acidosis. Signs and symptoms of Metatime induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.
Metatime 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.
Yes, Metatime commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Metatime with your meal and increase the dose gradually.
Yes, Metatime can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). However, this can also occur if you delay or miss a meal, drink alcohol, exercise more than usual, can't eat due to stomach upset, and taking other antidiabetic medicine with metformin. So, regular monitoring of blood glucose level is needed and be cautious of symptoms of hypoglycemia, always keep glucose-rich food with you.
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