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Metmin A is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Metmin A have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Metmin A depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Metmin A include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating, Rash. Some other side effects of Metmin A have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Metmin A normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Metmin A is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Metmin A's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Metmin A related warnings section.
Metmin A can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Metmin A in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. Other contraindications of Metmin A have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Metmin A have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Metmin A is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Metmin A is used to treat the following -
Other 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
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Is the use of Metmin A safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Metmin A in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Metmin A safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Metmin A on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Metmin A will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Metmin A on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Metmin A on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metmin A on the Liver?
Effects of Metmin A on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Metmin A on the Heart?
Side effects of Metmin A rarely affect the heart.
Metmin A should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metmin A unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metmin A habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Metmin A.
Interaction between Food and Metmin A
When consumed with certain foods, Metmin A may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metmin A
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Metmin A at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
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References
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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; Alpha Lipoic Acid