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Metaphage, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.
The optimal dosage of Metaphage is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Metaphage include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Metaphage side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Metaphage are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Metaphage is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Metaphage related warnings talks about Metaphage's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Metaphage is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Metaphage have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Metaphage may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Metaphage, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Metaphage 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 Metaphage is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Metaphage safe for pregnant women?
Metaphage rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Metaphage safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Metaphage. Immediately discontinue Metaphage 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 Metaphage on the Kidneys?
Metaphage is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Metaphage on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Metaphage on the liver.
What is the effect of Metaphage on the Heart?
Using Metaphage does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Metaphage 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 Metaphage unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metaphage habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Metaphage has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Metaphage will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Metaphage should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Metaphage cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Metaphage
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Metaphage with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metaphage
Taking Metaphage with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
