Zomelis Met is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes. Other than this, Zomelis Met has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zomelis Met. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Zomelis Met include Headache, Diarrhoea, Nausea or vomiting. While these are the most often observed Zomelis Met side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Zomelis Met normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zomelis Met is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Zomelis Met related warnings talks about Zomelis Met's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Pancreatitis must refrain from the use of Zomelis Met since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zomelis Met contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Zomelis Met with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Zomelis Met, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zomelis Met 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zomelis Met is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Zomelis Met safe for pregnant women?
Zomelis Met can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Zomelis Met right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Zomelis Met safe during breastfeeding?
Zomelis Met does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Zomelis Met on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Zomelis Met. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Zomelis Met on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Zomelis Met. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Zomelis Met on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Zomelis Met on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Zomelis 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 Zomelis Met unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zomelis Met habit forming or addictive?
Zomelis Met is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zomelis Met. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Zomelis Met is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Zomelis Met in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Zomelis Met
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Zomelis Met, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zomelis Met
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Zomelis Met and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Zomelis Met can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). However, this can also occur if you delay or miss a meal, drink alcohol, exercise more than usual, can't eat due to stomach upset, and taking other antidiabetic medicine with metformin. So, regular monitoring of blood glucose level is needed and be cautious of symptoms of hypoglycemia, always keep glucose-rich food with you.
Zomelis Met contain metformin, is an oral antidiabetic drug which belongs to the class of biguanide. It is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, particularly in people who are overweight. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. Moreover, it also reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications of diabetes.
Zomelis Met helps in weight loss by reducing appetite and food intake. It also increases the insulin sensitivity in your body to work more effectively. This lead to decreased glucose production increases the use of glucose and decrease the fat deposition further helps in weight loss. However, Zomelis Met is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.
Yes, Zomelis Met can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Zomelis Met 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 Zomelis Met may need to be adjusted.
Yes, Zomelis Met 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
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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