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Metgem ER 500 Tablet 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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Is the use of Metgem ER 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Metgem.
Is the use of Metgem ER 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Metgem. If you see any side effects, stop taking Metgem immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Metgem again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Metgem ER 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Metgem is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Metgem ER 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Metgem does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Metgem ER 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Metgem is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metgem ER 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metgem ER 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Metgem ER 500 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Metgem ER 500 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Metgem ER 500 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Metgem ER 500 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Metgem ER 500 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Metgem ER 500 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metgem ER 500 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Metgem ER 500 Tablet can be dangerous.
Metgem 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.
Yes, you can take Metgem with gliclazide, no harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, it is not necessary that no interaction can happen between these two. But before taking such kind of combination you must consult your doctor.
Yes, Metgem can cause some sleep problems, especially insomnia. On the other hand, Metgem has proven to be useful for preventing sleep apnea. The exact relationship between Metgem and sleep problems is still not clear, and further studies are needed for a clearer understanding.
Metgem can be taken forever, diabetes is a progressive disease it's possible that more medication and/or insulin may eventually need to be added to the regime.
No, you should not take alcohol with Metgem, because it can cause serious side effects which includes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The risk of hypoglycemia is higher when you're drinking and taking Metgem than if you're just taking Metgem. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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