MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet

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MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet Information

MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Diabetes are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The correct dosage of MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet are Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. Some other conditions that can be affected by MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet 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
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get mild side effects from MR Met.

    Mild
  • Is the use of MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of MR Met. If you see any side effects, stop taking MR Met immediately and talk to your doctor. Take MR Met again, only after your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Using MR Met does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet on the Liver?


    MR Met does not damage the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet on the Heart?


    Using MR Met does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe


MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet

  • Is this MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet and food will interact.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about MR Met 1000 Mg Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

How does MR Met help in weight loss?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

MR Met helps in weight loss by reducing appetite and food intake. It also increases the insulin sensitivity in your body to work more effectively. This lead to decreased glucose production increases the use of glucose and decrease the fat deposition further helps in weight loss. However, MR Met is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take MR Met with statin?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, MR Met can be taken with the statin. There is no serious or harmful interaction have been observed between them. Some studies say that it's possible your blood sugar (blood glucose) level may increase when you take a statin, which may lead to developing type 2 diabetes. The risk is small but important enough that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning on statin labels regarding blood glucose levels and diabetes.

Question about 5 years ago

How long should I take MR Met for?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

MR Met 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take alcohol with MR Met?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, you should not take alcohol with MR Met, because it can cause serious side effects which includes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The risk of hypoglycemia is higher when you're drinking and taking MR Met than if you're just taking MR Met. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does MR Met cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, MR Met can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that MR Met causes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) especially at night which can cause night sweats. Need to monitor your blood glucose level regularly, and talk to your doctor as your dose of MR Met may need to be adjusted.



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This medicine data has been created by -

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