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Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The optimal dosage of Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR are Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR contraindications section.
Besides this, Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR 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 Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR safe for pregnant women?
Metcom has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Metcom. Immediately discontinue Metcom if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR on the Kidneys?
Metcom is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Metcom on the liver.
What is the effect of Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR on the Heart?
Using Metcom does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR 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 Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR habit forming or addictive?
Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR
Taking Metcom 1000 Mg Tablet SR with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Metcom 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.
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.
Metcom is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Metcom type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.
Yes, Metcom commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Metcom with your meal and increase the dose gradually.
Yes, you can take Metcom with a beta-blocker. People with diabetes tend to develop heart disease or stroke at an earlier age than the general population. One reason for this is that high glucose levels increase your risk of high blood pressure (hypertension). No harmful interactions are seen between them. However, a recent study suggests that beta-blockers can decrease the plasma level of Metcom and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glucophage® (metformin hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 275-276
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 825-826