MR Met 500 Mg Tablet

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MR Met 500 Mg Tablet Information

MR Met 500 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of MR Met 500 Mg Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of MR Met 500 Mg Tablet include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Some other side effects of MR Met 500 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of MR Met 500 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that MR Met 500 Mg Tablet has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if MR Met 500 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the MR Met 500 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

MR Met 500 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid MR Met 500 Mg Tablet in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the MR Met 500 Mg Tablet contraindications section.

Drug interactions for MR Met 500 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that MR Met 500 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



MR Met 500 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

MR Met 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

MR Met 500 Mg Tablet 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

MR Met 500 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of MR Met 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get mild side effects from MR Met.

    Mild
  • Is the use of MR Met 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of MR Met. If you see any side effects, stop taking MR Met immediately and talk to your doctor. Take MR Met again, only after your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of MR Met 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Using MR Met does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of MR Met 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?


    MR Met does not damage the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of MR Met 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?


    Using MR Met does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe


MR Met 500 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take MR Met 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about MR Met 500 Mg Tablet

  • Is this MR Met 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that MR Met 500 Mg Tablet is addictive.

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


    MR Met 500 Mg Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, MR Met 500 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    No, MR Met 500 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

MR Met 500 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and MR Met 500 Mg Tablet


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how MR Met 500 Mg Tablet and food will interact.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and MR Met 500 Mg Tablet


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking MR Met 500 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about MR Met 500 Mg Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

How does MR Met help in weight loss?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take MR Met with statin?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, MR Met 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 about 5 years ago

How long should I take MR Met for?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

MR Met 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take alcohol with MR Met?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, you should not take alcohol with MR Met, because it can cause serious side effects which includes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The risk of hypoglycemia is higher when you're drinking and taking MR Met than if you're just taking MR Met. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does MR Met cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

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



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This medicine data has been created by -

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