Metkap

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Metkap Information

Metkap is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diabetes.

The correct dosage of Metkap 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Metkap are Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. While these are the most often observed Metkap side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Metkap normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Metkap's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Metkap related warnings talks about Metkap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Metkap can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Metkap in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock. Other contraindications of Metkap have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Metkap is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Metkap Benefits & Uses

Metkap is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Metkap 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


Metkap Side Effects

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

Severe

  • Blurred vision

Moderate

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Altered taste
  • Diarrhoea
  • पेट दर्द
  • Loss of appetite
  • Headache
  • पेट की गैस
  • Dyspepsia

Common

  • Stomach Upset
  • Difficulty urinating

Metkap Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Metkap safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Metkap.

    Mild
  • Is the use of Metkap safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


    There are no side effects of Metkap on the kidneys.

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


    Metkap does not damage the liver.

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


    Metkap is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Metkap with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Metkap Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Metkap

  • Is this Metkap habit forming or addictive?


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

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


    Metkap will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


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

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


    There is no benefit of taking Metkap for mental disorders.

    No

Metkap Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Metkap


    There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Metkap with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Metkap


    Taking alcohol with Metkap can be dangerous.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Metkap

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Metkap with statin?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Metkap 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 over 4 years ago

Can I take Metkap with a beta-blocker?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, you can take Metkap with a beta-blocker. People with diabetes tend to develop heart disease or stroke at an earlier age than the general population. One reason for this is that high glucose levels increase your risk of high blood pressure (hypertension). No harmful interactions are seen between them. However, a recent study suggests that beta-blockers can decrease the plasma level of Metkap and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Metkap cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Metkap can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Metkap 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 Metkap may need to be adjusted.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Metkap work?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Metkap works by decreasing the hepatic glucose production. It also works to lower blood sugar by increasing your sensitivity to insulin and decreasing the amount of glucose that is absorbed from the food you eat.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Metkap?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Metkap contain metformin, is an oral antidiabetic drug which belongs to the class of biguanide. It is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, particularly in people who are overweight. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. Moreover, it also reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications of diabetes.



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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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