Metital Tablet SR: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

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 Dosage & How to Take
Metital Side Effects
Metital Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Metital with Other Drugs
Metital Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Metital
Metital Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Metital Benefits & Uses

Metital is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (Read More - Polycystic ovarian syndrome herbal and home remedies)

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)	Disease: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Metformin (500 mg) Myo Inositol (600 mg)/Tablet, given to women of reproductive age

Metital Related Warnings

Is the use of Metital safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Metital during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Metital safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Metital for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Metital on the Kidneys?

Metital does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metital on the Liver?

Metital does not damage the liver.
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

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

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

Is this Metital habit forming or addictive?

Metital is not addictive in nature.

Metital Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Metital

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Metital and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metital

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Metital with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Metital

Question over 4 years ago

How does Metital work for PCOS?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Metital increases the sensitivity of insulin, young women with PCOS often have elevated insulin levels and are more likely to develop diabetes. It is often prescribed for women with PCOS to help prevent diabetes. A lifestyle that includes healthy nutrition and daily exercise is the most important part of a PCOS treatment plan.

Question about 5 years ago

How long should I take Metital for?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Metital 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.

Question over 4 years ago

How does Metital increase lactic acidosis?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 4 years ago

Does Metital cause stomach ulcers?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Metital commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Metital with your meal and increase the dose gradually.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Metital cause alopecia (hair loss)?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Metital is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Metital type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.