Metalyse Information

Metalyse is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Heart Attack.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Metalyse. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Metalyse side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Metalyse normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Metalyse's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Metalyse's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Metalyse have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Metalyse may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

Metalyse Benefits & Uses
Metalyse Dosage & How to Take
Metalyse Side Effects
Metalyse Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Metalyse with Other Drugs
Metalyse Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Metalyse
Metalyse Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Metalyse Benefits & Uses

Metalyse is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Heart Attack

Metalyse 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: Heart Attack Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range 30 - 50 mg/total dose based on patient body weight
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Attack Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range 30 - 50 mg/total dose based on patient body weight

Metalyse Related Warnings

Is the use of Metalyse safe for pregnant women?

Metalyse can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Metalyse, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Metalyse safe during breastfeeding?

Metalyse 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Metalyse on the Kidneys?

Metalyse may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Metalyse on the Liver?

Side effects of Metalyse rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Metalyse on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Metalyse. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Metalyse with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Heparin

Warfarin

Moderate

Clopidogrel

Ticlopidine

Dipyridamole

Aspirin(ASA)

Metalyse Contraindications

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

Trauma
Bleeding
Endocarditis
Hemophilia

Frequently asked Questions about Metalyse

Is this Metalyse habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Metalyse.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Metalyse since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Metalyse only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Metalyse is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Metalyse Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Metalyse

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Metalyse with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Metalyse

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Metalyse and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown