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Matee is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The optimal dosage of Matee is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
The most common side effects of Matee are Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Matee side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Matee are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Matee's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Matee related warnings talks about Matee's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Matee is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Matee contraindications section.
Besides this, Matee may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Matee is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Matee 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 Matee is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Matee safe for pregnant women?
Matee has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Matee safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Matee. If you see any side effects, stop taking Matee immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Matee again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Matee on the Kidneys?
Matee is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Matee on the Liver?
Matee is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Matee on the Heart?
Matee is completely safe for the heart.
Matee 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 Matee unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Matee habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Matee.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Matee since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Matee is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Matee for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Matee
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Matee with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Matee
Taking Matee with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Matee 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, Matee can cause some sleep problems, especially insomnia. On the other hand, Matee has proven to be useful for preventing sleep apnea. The exact relationship between Matee and sleep problems is still not clear, and further studies are needed for a clearer understanding.
Yes, you can take Matee 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 Matee and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.
Matee contain metformin, is an oral antidiabetic drug which belongs to the class of biguanide. It is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, particularly in people who are overweight. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. Moreover, it also reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications of diabetes.
No, you should not take alcohol with Matee, 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 Matee than if you're just taking Matee. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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