Metsar Information
Metsar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Metsar. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Metsar include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Metsar side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Metsar normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Metsar's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Metsar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock must refrain from the use of Metsar since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Metsar contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Metsar have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Metsar, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Metsar Benefits & Uses
Metsar is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Metsar 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 |
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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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Metsar Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metsar 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
Metsar Related Warnings
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Is the use of Metsar safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Metsar.
Mild -
Is the use of Metsar safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Metsar. Immediately discontinue Metsar if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Metsar on the Kidneys?
Using Metsar does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Metsar on the Liver?
Metsar is completely safe for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Metsar on the Heart?
Metsar is completely safe for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Metsar with Other Drugs
Metsar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Metsar Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metsar 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
Frequently asked Questions about Metsar
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Is this Metsar habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Metsar.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Metsar does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Metsar only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Metsar cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Metsar Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Metsar
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Metsar together with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Metsar
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Metsar as it can have severe side effects.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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