Zomet SR Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zomet Benefits & Uses

Zomet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Zomet Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zomet Related Warnings

Is the use of Zomet safe for pregnant women?

Zomet has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Zomet safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Zomet. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Zomet on the Kidneys?

Using Zomet does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Zomet on the Liver?

Zomet is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Zomet on the Heart?

Zomet is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zomet with Other Drugs

Zomet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Zomet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zomet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Anemia
Shock
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zomet

Is this Zomet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zomet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Zomet since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Zomet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Zomet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Zomet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zomet

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Zomet, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Zomet

Consuming Zomet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Zomet

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Zomet with statin?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Zomet 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zomet cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Zomet can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Zomet 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 Zomet may need to be adjusted.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zomet cause stomach ulcers?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zomet commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Zomet with your meal and increase the dose gradually.

Question over 5 years ago

What are the long term effects of Zomet?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Zomet help in weight loss?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Zomet 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, Zomet is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.