Metbay

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Metbay Information

Metbay is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diabetes.

The optimal dosage of Metbay is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Metbay include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Metbay can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Metbay normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Metbay is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Metbay's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Metbay can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Metbay in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Metbay contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Metbay have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Metbay is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Metbay Benefits & Uses

Metbay is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Metbay 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

Metbay Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Metbay safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Metbay has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

    Mild
  • Is the use of Metbay safe during breastfeeding?


    Metbay 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.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Metbay on the Kidneys?


    Metbay is not harmful for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Metbay on the Liver?


    Using Metbay does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Metbay on the Heart?


    Metbay is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Metbay with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Metbay Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Metbay

  • Is this Metbay habit forming or addictive?


    Metbay does not cause addiction.

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


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Metbay since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Metbay only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Metbay cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Metbay Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Metbay


    There is no information on the effects of taking Metbay with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Metbay


    Consumption of alcohol and Metbay together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Metbay

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Metbay?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Metbay should be taken with food to reduce stomach and bowel side effects, which may experience the first few weeks of treatment. Also, exercise regularly and test for sugar in your blood or urine as directed.

Question almost 5 years ago

How does Metbay help in weight loss?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Metbay 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, Metbay is not approved for weight loss, this is an off-label use.

Question over 4 years ago

How does Metbay increase lactic acidosis?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Lactic acidosis associated with Metbay treatment is a rare but fatal adverse effect. Lactic acidosis appears to result from biguanide interference causing an increase in production and decrease in clearance of lactate leading to higher cellular lactate levels. A decrease in pyruvate carboxylase activity, the rate-limiting enzyme in the formation of glucose from lactate, can also decrease hepatic metabolism of lactate. leading to increasing lactic acidosis. Signs and symptoms of Metbay induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst. 

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Metbay with statin?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Metbay 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

Is Metbay safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Metbay is safe to use, many people have side effects at first, they usually diminish and then go away completely in a few weeks. A few people find they cannot tolerate metformin, there are other drugs but metformin is usually the first choice. It is very safe



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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; 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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