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Metgem 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 Metgem is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Metgem safe for pregnant women?
Metgem has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Metgem safe during breastfeeding?
Metgem 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.
What is the effect of Metgem on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Metgem on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metgem on the Liver?
Metgem is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Metgem on the Heart?
Metgem is not harmful for the heart.
Metgem 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 Metgem unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metgem habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Metgem has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Metgem as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Metgem only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Metgem is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Metgem
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Metgem, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metgem
Taking Metgem with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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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