Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER related warnings section.
Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER is used to treat the following -
Main 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER safe for pregnant women?
Metaday has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Metaday. If you see any side effects, stop taking Metaday immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Metaday again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Metaday on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Metaday on the liver.
What is the effect of Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER on the Heart?
Metaday is completely safe for the heart.
Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER 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 Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER habit forming or addictive?
Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER
Consumption of alcohol and Metaday 1000 Mg Tablet ER together may have severe effects on your health.
Metaday 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.
Metaday increases the sensitivity of insulin, young women with PCOS often have elevated insulin levels and are more likely to develop diabetes. It is often prescribed for women with PCOS to help prevent diabetes. A lifestyle that includes healthy nutrition and daily exercise is the most important part of a PCOS treatment plan.
Metaday 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.
Metaday is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Metaday type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.
Yes, Metaday can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Metaday 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 Metaday may need to be adjusted.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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