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Metpride is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diabetes. The alternative uses of Metpride have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Metpride. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Metpride are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Metpride as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Metpride go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Metpride's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Metpride's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Metpride related warnings section.
Metpride is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Metpride contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Metpride have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Metpride is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Metpride is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
Age Group | Dosage |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metpride is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Metpride safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Metpride for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Metpride safe during breastfeeding?
Metpride is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Metpride on the Kidneys?
Metpride can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Metpride on the Liver?
Metpride may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Metpride on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Metpride on the heart have been reported.
Metpride 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 Metpride unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metpride habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Metpride has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Metpride, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Metpride can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Metpride is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Metpride in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Metpride
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Metpride and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metpride
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Metpride with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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