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K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The right dosage of K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR 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.
K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR contraindications section.
Additionally, K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR 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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Is the use of K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR safe for pregnant women?
K Met has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of K Met. Immediately discontinue K Met if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR on the Kidneys?
K Met does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of K Met on the liver.
What is the effect of K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR on the Heart?
Using K Met does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR
Consumption of alcohol and K Met 1000 Mg Tablet SR together may have severe effects on your health.
No, you should not take alcohol with K 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 K Met than if you're just taking K Met. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.
Yes, K Met can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that K 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 K Met may need to be adjusted.
Yes, you can take K Met 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 K Met and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.
K Met is used with a proper diet and exercise program, to treat diabetes. It is also used with other medication to reduce the high blood sugar. It is used in a patient with type2 diabetes. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and cancer.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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