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Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) also has some side effects, the most common being Slow heart rate (pulse), Confusion. Some other side effects of Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) have been listed ahead. These side effects of Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10)'s effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) in conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Angioedema, Heart Failure. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) contraindications section.
Besides this, Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10), it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) 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
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Is the use of Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) safe for pregnant women?
Met XL R has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Met XL R without medical advice.
Is the use of Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Met XL R as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) on the Kidneys?
Met XL R rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) on the Liver?
Met XL R is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) on the Heart?
Met XL R may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10)
Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10)
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Met XL R 50/5 Tablet (10) and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Met XL R is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Met XL R can increase the blood sugar level. If you experience elevated levels of blood sugar after taking this medicine then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Met XL R can make you feel tired, because it drops your heart rate, and if your heart rate is dropped, the amount of blood that your heart is pumping also decreases. This creates symptoms of fatigue, impotence, drowsiness, and lethargy. Please consult your doctor if you feel tired after taking this drug.
Met XL R is mainly used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Treating high blood pressure helps in reducing the complications of heart attacks, strokes, and kidney damages. It is also used to treat chest pain (angina).
Rarely Met XL R causes hair loss. However, if you experience hair loss after taking this medicine then inform to doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
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