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D Met is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The optimal dosage of D Met is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of D Met are Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed D Met side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of D Met are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of D Met is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if D Met has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the D Met related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock must refrain from the use of D Met since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of D Met have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, D Met may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that D Met is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
D Met is used to treat the following -
Main 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when D Met is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of D Met safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from D Met.
Is the use of D Met safe during breastfeeding?
D Met 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.
What is the effect of D Met on the Kidneys?
D Met is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of D Met on the Liver?
D Met does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of D Met on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of D Met for the heart.
D Met should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take D Met unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this D Met habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that D Met is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking D Met since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
D Met is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, D Met cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and D Met
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with D Met, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and D Met
Taking D Met with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, D Met 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.
D Met is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by D Met type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.
D Met should be taken with food to reduce stomach and bowel side effects, which may experience the first few weeks of treatment. Also, exercise regularly and test for sugar in your blood or urine as directed.
Yes, D Met can cause some sleep problems, especially insomnia. On the other hand, D Met has proven to be useful for preventing sleep apnea. The exact relationship between D Met and sleep problems is still not clear, and further studies are needed for a clearer understanding.
Lactic acidosis associated with D Met 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 D Met induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
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