Metsmall 500mg Strip Of 30 Tablets
Metsmall 500 MG Description
Metsmall 500 tablets contain metformin and are prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. They work by reducing glucose production and absorption in the body. Take Metsmall 500 tablets with food to prevent nausea and abdominal pain. For optimal results, take them regularly at the same time each day, and do not discontinue this medication unless advised by your doctor.
Your lifestyle, diet, and exercise habits are crucial for controlling diabetes. Therefore, it's important to adhere to the diet and exercise program recommended by your doctor while taking this medication.
The most common side effects of Metsmall 500 tablets may include nausea, vomiting, changes in taste, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite. Some individuals may experience hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when taking this medication along with other antidiabetic medications, alcohol, or when skipping a meal.
Before starting Metsmall 500 tablets, inform your doctor if you have kidney, liver, or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medication. Your doctor will conduct kidney function tests before starting treatment. It's advisable to limit alcohol intake while taking this medication, as excessive alcohol may increase the risk of developing specific side effects.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹57.38 |
You Save | ₹10.12 (15% on MRP) |
Contains | Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | Diabetes mellitus |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain |
Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
Uses of Metsmall 500 MG
Contraindications of Metsmall 500 MG
- If you are allergic to metformin or any other ingredients of Metsmall Tablet.
- If you have problems with your liver or kidney.
- If you are an alcoholic (you daily consume alcohol in excess).
- If you have uncontrolled diabetes.
- If you have any heart problems or if you recently had a heart attack.
- If you have a severe infection of the lung or kidney. Infections can increase the risk of lactic acidosis.
Side effects of Metsmall 500 MG
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Stomach pain
- Taste disturbance
- Loss of appetite
Precautions and Warnings of Metsmall 500 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are suffering from continuous diarrhoea, vomiting, loss of body fluids.
- You experience signs of low blood glucose like dizziness, weakness, rapid heartbeat, sweating, inability to concentrate. Metformin does not usually cause sudden low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). If Metformin is prescribed with other anti-diabetic medications, low blood sugar may occur....
- You experience muscle pain, stomach pain, vomiting, breathing difficulty, low body temperature. This could be a serious condition known as lactic acidosis.
- Stop taking Metsmall Tablet for a short time if you have severe vomiting or diarrhea.
Directions for Use of Metsmall 500 MG
Storage and disposal of Metsmall 500 MG
- Store Metsmall Tablets in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
Dosage of Metsmall 500 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of Metsmall 500 MG
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Interactions of Metsmall 500 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Metsmall Tablet may interact with other medicines, discuss with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled....
- Medicines used to reduce pain and swelling like Ibuprofen, Celecoxib.
- Medicines used to treat asthma like salbutamol or terbutaline.
- Medicines like furosemide (diuretics).
- If you need to take an injection of iodine-containing contrast medium into your bloodstream, for an X-ray or scan, your doctor will ask you to stop taking metformin before or at the time of injection.
- If you are on medicines that are used to treat pain and inflammation (NSAID and COX-2 inhibitors, such as ibuprofen and celecoxib) for the long term, these can damage your kidneys. The use of such medicines in diabetes should be avoided....
Interactions with food items
- Absorption of vitamin B12 appears to be reduced during long-term metformin therapy and annual screening of serum vitamin B12 levels and red blood cell parameters has been recommended.
- It is advisable to have a diabetic diet as advised by your doctor or dietician. This medicine works best along with a good diet and exercise. Exercise is known to decrease insulin resistance.
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can Metsmall Tablet be stopped if my blood sugar level comes in control?
Q: Does Metsmall contain metformin?
Q: What is the best time to take Metsmall?
Q: What is Metsmall Tablet used for?
References
- Metformin 500mg tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2024 [cited 12 July 2024]
- Metformin 500mg tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2024 [cited 12 July 2024]
- Misbin R. The Phantom of Lactic Acidosis due to Metformin in Patients With Diabetes. 2024 [cited 12 July 2024]
- Metformin [Internet]. Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2024 [cited 12 July 2024]
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