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MF 500 Tablet SR is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of MF 500 Tablet SR. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of MF 500 Tablet SR are Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, MF 500 Tablet SR can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of MF 500 Tablet SR are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of MF 500 Tablet SR is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, MF 500 Tablet SR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the MF 500 Tablet SR related warnings section.
MF 500 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 MF 500 Tablet SR contraindications section.
Drug interactions for MF 500 Tablet SR have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for MF 500 Tablet SR, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
MF 500 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 MF 500 Tablet SR is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of MF 500 Tablet SR safe for pregnant women?
Mf has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of MF 500 Tablet SR safe during breastfeeding?
Mf 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 MF 500 Tablet SR on the Kidneys?
Mf is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of MF 500 Tablet SR on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Mf on the liver.
What is the effect of MF 500 Tablet SR on the Heart?
Mf is not harmful for the heart.
MF 500 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 MF 500 Tablet SR unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this MF 500 Tablet SR habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to MF 500 Tablet SR.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
MF 500 Tablet SR will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take MF 500 Tablet SR only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, MF 500 Tablet SR is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and MF 500 Tablet SR
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how MF 500 Tablet SR and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and MF 500 Tablet SR
Taking alcohol with MF 500 Tablet SR can be dangerous.
Mf 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.
Lactic acidosis associated with Mf 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 Mf induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.
Yes, Mf 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.
Yes, you can take Mf 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 Mf and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.
Yes, Mf is safe to use, many people have side effects at first, they usually diminish and then go away completely in a few weeks. A few people find they cannot tolerate metformin, there are other drugs but metformin is usually the first choice. It is very safe
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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