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Metaglez, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Metaglez also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Metaglez depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Common side effects of Metaglez include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Metaglez can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Metaglez are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Metaglez's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Metaglez related warnings talks about Metaglez's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Metaglez 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 Metaglez contraindications section.
Additionally, Metaglez may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Metaglez, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Metaglez 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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Is the use of Metaglez safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Metaglez.
Is the use of Metaglez safe during breastfeeding?
Metaglez 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 Metaglez on the Kidneys?
Metaglez is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Metaglez on the Liver?
Metaglez is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Metaglez on the Heart?
Metaglez is completely safe for the heart.
Metaglez should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metaglez unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metaglez habit forming or addictive?
Metaglez is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Metaglez
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Metaglez, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metaglez
Consumption of alcohol and Metaglez together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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