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

Xmet Benefits & Uses

Xmet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Xmet 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

Xmet Related Warnings

Is the use of Xmet safe for pregnant women?

Xmet has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Xmet safe during breastfeeding?

Xmet 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Xmet on the Kidneys?

Xmet is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Xmet on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Xmet on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Xmet on the Heart?

Using Xmet does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Xmet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Xmet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xmet 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 Xmet

Is this Xmet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Xmet has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Xmet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Xmet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Xmet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Xmet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Xmet

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Xmet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Xmet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Xmet

Question over 5 years ago

How long should I take Xmet for?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Xmet can be taken forever, diabetes is a progressive disease it's possible that more medication and/or insulin may eventually need to be added to the regime.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Xmet work?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Xmet works by decreasing the hepatic glucose production. It also works to lower blood sugar by increasing your sensitivity to insulin and decreasing the amount of glucose that is absorbed from the food you eat.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Xmet safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Xmet 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

Question over 5 years ago

What are the long term effects of Xmet?

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

Does Xmet cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Xmet 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.