Metglib

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Metglib Information

Metglib is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Metglib have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Metglib depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Metglib also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Some other side effects of Metglib have been listed ahead. These side effects of Metglib are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Metglib is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Metglib related warnings talks about Metglib's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Metglib is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Metglib contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Metglib with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Metglib, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.



Metglib Benefits & Uses

Metglib is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

  • Diabetes Type 2

Metglib 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: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 2.5 mg glipizide and 250 mg metformin
Geriatric
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 2.5 mg glipizide and 250 mg metformin


Metglib Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metglib is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Common

  • Stomach Upset
  • Difficulty urinating

Metglib Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Metglib safe for pregnant women?


    Metglib rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

  • Is the use of Metglib safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Metglib. Immediately discontinue Metglib if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

  • What is the effect of Metglib on the Kidneys?


    Metglib does not damage the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Metglib on the Liver?


    Metglib does not damage the liver.

  • What is the effect of Metglib on the Heart?


    Using Metglib does not have any harmful effects on the heart.



Severe Interaction of Metglib with Other Drugs

Metglib should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Metglib Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metglib unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Metglib

  • Is this Metglib habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Metglib is addictive.

Metglib Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Metglib


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Metglib and food will interact.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Metglib


    Taking Metglib with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glucotrol - glipizide

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 272

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1156-1158

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

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