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Metzine is a prescription drug, available for use as Gel. The alternative uses of Metzine have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Metzine is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Metzine include Dyspepsia, Pharyngitis, Nausea or vomiting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Metzine can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Metzine are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Metzine's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Metzine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Metzine is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Metzine are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Metzine may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Metzine is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Metzine 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metzine is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Metzine safe for pregnant women?
Metzine is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Metzine safe during breastfeeding?
Metzine can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Metzine on the Kidneys?
Metzine rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metzine on the Liver?
Metzine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Metzine on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Metzine on the heart have been reported.
Metzine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metzine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metzine habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Metzine is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Metzine
It is safe to take Metzine with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metzine
Consumption of alcohol and Metzine together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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