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Metgem ER 1Tablet 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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Is the use of Metgem ER 1Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Metgem has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Metgem ER 1Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Metgem can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Metgem ER 1Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Metgem on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metgem ER 1Tablet on the Liver?
Metgem is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Metgem ER 1Tablet on the Heart?
Metgem is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metgem ER 1Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metgem ER 1Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Metgem ER 1Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Metgem ER 1Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Metgem ER 1Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Metgem ER 1Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Metgem ER 1Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Metgem ER 1Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metgem ER 1Tablet
Taking Metgem ER 1Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Metgem 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.
Yes, you can take Metgem 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.
Yes, Metgem can cause some sleep problems, especially insomnia. On the other hand, Metgem has proven to be useful for preventing sleep apnea. The exact relationship between Metgem and sleep problems is still not clear, and further studies are needed for a clearer understanding.
Metgem can be taken forever, diabetes is a progressive disease it's possible that more medication and/or insulin may eventually need to be added to the regime.
No, you should not take alcohol with Metgem, because it can cause serious side effects which includes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The risk of hypoglycemia is higher when you're drinking and taking Metgem than if you're just taking Metgem. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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