Metlong

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Metlong Information

Metlong is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.

The right dosage of Metlong depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Metlong also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Metlong as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Metlong go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Metlong's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Metlong's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock must refrain from the use of Metlong since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Metlong contraindications section.

Additionally, Metlong may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Metlong, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.



Metlong Benefits & Uses

Metlong is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Metlong 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


Metlong Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metlong is used -

Severe

  • Blurred vision

Moderate

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Altered taste
  • Diarrhoea
  • पेट दर्द
  • Loss of appetite
  • Headache
  • पेट की गैस
  • Dyspepsia

Common

  • Stomach Upset
  • Difficulty urinating

Metlong Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Metlong safe for pregnant women?


    Metlong has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

    Mild
  • Is the use of Metlong safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Metlong on the Kidneys?


    Using Metlong does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Metlong on the Liver?


    Metlong is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Metlong on the Heart?


    Metlong is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Metlong with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Metlong Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Metlong

  • Is this Metlong habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Metlong 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 Metlong since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Metlong should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Metlong for mental disorders.

    No

Metlong Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Metlong


    There is no information on the effects of taking Metlong with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Metlong


    Taking Metlong with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Metlong

Question almost 5 years ago

How does Metlong help in weight loss?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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

Question over 4 years ago

Does Metlong cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Metlong 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. 

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Metlong with a beta-blocker?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, you can take Metlong with a beta-blocker. People with diabetes tend to develop heart disease or stroke at an earlier age than the general population. One reason for this is that high glucose levels increase your risk of high blood pressure (hypertension). No harmful interactions are seen between them. However, a recent study suggests that beta-blockers can decrease the plasma level of Metlong and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.

Question over 4 years ago

How does Metlong increase lactic acidosis?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Lactic acidosis associated with Metlong treatment is a rare but fatal adverse effect. Lactic acidosis appears to result from biguanide interference causing an increase in production and decrease in clearance of lactate leading to higher cellular lactate levels. A decrease in pyruvate carboxylase activity, the rate-limiting enzyme in the formation of glucose from lactate, can also decrease hepatic metabolism of lactate. leading to increasing lactic acidosis. Signs and symptoms of Metlong induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst. 

Question about 5 years ago

How long should I take Metlong for?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Metlong 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. 



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glucophage® (metformin hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 275-276

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 825-826

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