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  • Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Metformin (500 mg)

Metfor Information

Metfor is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.

The correct dosage of Metfor depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Metfor also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Metfor side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Metfor go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Metfor's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Metfor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Metfor related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock must refrain from the use of Metfor since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Metfor have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Metfor have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Metfor is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.


Metfor Benefits & Uses

Metfor is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Metfor 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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

Metfor Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metfor is used -

Severe

  • Blurred vision

Moderate

  • Palpitations (fluttering in chest)

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Altered taste
  • Diarrhoea
  • पेट दर्द
  • Loss of appetite
  • Headache
  • पेट की गैस
  • Dyspepsia

Common

  • Stomach Upset
  • Difficulty urinating

Metfor Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Metfor safe for pregnant women?


    Metfor has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

    Mild
  • Is the use of Metfor safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Metfor. If you see any side effects, stop taking Metfor immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Metfor again, only after your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Metfor on the Kidneys?


    There are no side effects of Metfor on the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Metfor on the Liver?


    Metfor is not harmful for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Metfor on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Metfor for the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Metfor with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate


Metfor Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Metfor

  • Is this Metfor habit forming or addictive?


    Metfor is not addictive in nature.

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


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

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Metfor only as per medical advice.

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


    No, Metfor cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Metfor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Metfor


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

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Metfor


    Taking alcohol with Metfor can be dangerous.

    Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience


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

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

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