Ppg Met, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Ppg Met also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Ppg Met depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Ppg Met include Weakness, Headache, Nausea or vomiting. Some other side effects of Ppg Met have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Ppg Met normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ppg Met is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Ppg Met's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ppg Met related warnings section.
Ppg Met is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetic Ketoacidosis as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Ppg Met may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Ppg Met is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ppg Met is used to treat the following -
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ppg Met is used -
Severe
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Ppg Met safe for pregnant women?
PPG Met shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Ppg Met safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking PPG Met. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Ppg Met on the Kidneys?
PPG Met may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ppg Met on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking PPG Met. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Ppg Met on the Heart?
PPG Met is rarely harmful for the heart.
Ppg Met 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 Ppg Met unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ppg Met habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ppg Met.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ppg Met, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ppg Met can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ppg Met only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ppg Met is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ppg Met
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Ppg Met, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ppg Met
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ppg Met with alcohol will be.
Yes, PPG Met can cause some sleep problems. The exact cause of sleep problems is still not clear. It is best to consult your doctor if you experience sleepiness after consuming medicine.
PPG Met is the brand name for voglibose. It is an oral antidiabetic drug that belongs to the class of medicine called alpha-glucosidase inhibitor. It is used in single or combined with other drugs to treat diabetes.
Take PPG Met as advised by your doctor. It can be taken orally three times daily immediately before each meal. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.
No, PPG Met does not cause weight loss. It has not been reported by a patient who is taking this medicine. However, if you experience weight loss after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason.
PPG Met should be taken as long as needed or take it as directed by doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
