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Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet Information

Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The optimal dosage of Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Metbay Benefits & Uses
Metbay Dosage & How to Take
Metbay Side Effects
Metbay Related Warnings
Metbay Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Metbay
Metbay Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet 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: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Metbay has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Metbay 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 Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Metbay is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Using Metbay does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Metbay is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Anemia
Shock
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet

Is this Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet

There is no information on the effects of taking Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet

Consumption of alcohol and Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Metbay 1000 Mg Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Metbay?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Metbay 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Metbay help in weight loss?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Metbay helps in weight loss by reducing appetite and food intake. It also increases the insulin sensitivity in your body to work more effectively. This lead to decreased glucose production increases the use of glucose and decrease the fat deposition further helps in weight loss. However, Metbay is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.

Question over 4 years ago

How does Metbay increase lactic acidosis?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Lactic acidosis associated with Metbay 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 Metbay induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Metbay with statin?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Metbay can be taken with the statin. There is no serious or harmful interaction have been observed between them. Some studies say that it's possible your blood sugar (blood glucose) level may increase when you take a statin, which may lead to developing type 2 diabetes. The risk is small but important enough that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning on statin labels regarding blood glucose levels and diabetes.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Metbay safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Metbay is safe to use, many people have side effects at first, they usually diminish and then go away completely in a few weeks. A few people find they cannot tolerate metformin, there are other drugs but metformin is usually the first choice. It is very safe