Metsar 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The optimal dosage of Metsar 500 Tablet 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Metsar 500 Tablet are Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Some other side effects of Metsar 500 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Metsar 500 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Metsar 500 Tablet is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Metsar 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Metsar 500 Tablet related warnings section.
Metsar 500 Tablet 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 Metsar 500 Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Metsar 500 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Metsar 500 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Metsar 500 Tablet 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 Metsar 500 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Metsar 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Metsar.
Is the use of Metsar 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Metsar. Immediately discontinue Metsar 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 Metsar 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Using Metsar does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Metsar 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Metsar is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Metsar 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Metsar is completely safe for the heart.
Metsar 500 Tablet 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 Metsar 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metsar 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Metsar 500 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Metsar 500 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Metsar 500 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Metsar 500 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Metsar 500 Tablet
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Metsar 500 Tablet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metsar 500 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Metsar 500 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
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.
Metsar is used with a proper diet and exercise program, to treat diabetes. It is also used with other medication to reduce the high blood sugar. It is used in a patient with type2 diabetes. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and cancer.
Yes, Metsar can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Metsar causes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) especially at night which can cause night sweats. Need to monitor your blood glucose level regularly, and talk to your doctor as your dose of Metsar may need to be adjusted.
Metsar 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.
Yes, Metsar can cause some sleep problems, especially insomnia. On the other hand, Metsar has proven to be useful for preventing sleep apnea. The exact relationship between Metsar and sleep problems is still not clear, and further studies are needed for a clearer understanding.
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