Metital Information
Metital is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Metital have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Metital is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Metital include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Metital side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Metital go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Metital's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Metital's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Metital related warnings section.
Metital 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. Other contraindications of Metital have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Metital may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Metital is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Metital Benefits & Uses
Metital is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Metital 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(Female) |
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Metital Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metital 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
Metital Related Warnings
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Is the use of Metital safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Metital on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
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Is the use of Metital safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Metital in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Metital is unavailable.
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What is the effect of Metital on the Kidneys?
Using Metital does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
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What is the effect of Metital on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Metital on the liver.
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What is the effect of Metital on the Heart?
You can take Metital without any fear of damage to the heart.
Severe Interaction of Metital with Other Drugs
Metital should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Metital Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metital 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
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Metital
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Is this Metital habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Metital.
Metital Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Metital
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Metital with food.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Metital
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Metital.
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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