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Metris is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Infusion. Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Metris have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Metris depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Metris include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. While these are the most often observed Metris side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Metris 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Metris is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Metris's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Metris related warnings section.
Metris can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Metris in conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Metris are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Metris have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Metris, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Metris is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other 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 |
Is the use of Metris safe for pregnant women?
Metris is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Metris safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Metris. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Metris on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Metris on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Metris on the Liver?
Metris may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Metris on the Heart?
Side effects of Metris rarely affect the heart.
Metris should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metris unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metris habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Metris has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Metris, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Metris can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Metris should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Metris for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Metris
Taking Metris with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metris
Consumption of alcohol and Metris together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Metris and ibuprofen can be taken at the same time. There are no known drug interactions found between them.
Yes, Metris may be carcinogenic (cancer-causing) if taken beyond prescribed dosage. As per FDA reports, it has shown cancer-causing properties in rats and mice in clinical trials. Therefore, take this medicine strictly as per instructions and do not use it unnecessarily.
Metris is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to consume this medicine if you don't require it.
Take Metris as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.
Yes, Metris can cause stomach upset, abdominal cramps, constipation, and nausea. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing these symptoms after taking this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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