MET 1000mg Tablet SR
strip of 10.0 tablet.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Metformin (1000mg) |
| Manufacturer: | West-Coast Pharmaceutical Works Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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MET 1000mg Tablet SR is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women. It helps control blood sugar levels and prevent serious complications of diabetes. MET 1000mg Tablet SR is an anti-diabetic medication (biguanide) used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women. It helps control blood sugar levels and prevent serious complications of diabetes. It is also used to treat menstruation-related disorders. MET 1000mg Tablet SR is available in the form of Tablet SR and should be taken with food. It is important to follow the dosage and duration as advised by your doctor.
MET 1000mg Tablet SR is an anti-diabetic medication (biguanide). It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying the absorption of sugar (glucose) from the intestines, and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin.
What does MET 1000mg Tablet SR do exactly?
MET 1000mg Tablet SR is a medication used to help control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. It works by decreasing glucose production from the liver and absorption of glucose from the intestine, while also improving the body's response to insulin. This helps improve the uptake of glucose from the blood.
Does MET 1000mg Tablet SR cause weight loss?
Yes, MET 1000mg Tablet SR has been shown to cause weight loss in people who are overweight or obese, as well as those at risk for diabetes. However, it is essential to consult with a doctor before taking this medication solely for weight loss purposes.
What are the benefits of taking MET 1000mg Tablet SR?
MET 1000mg Tablet SR helps control blood sugar levels by promoting the body's response to insulin, decreasing glucose production from the liver and absorption of glucose from the intestine. It is also effective in controlling weight gain and lowering blood sugar levels.
Can MET 1000mg Tablet SR make you sleepy?
MET 1000mg Tablet SR usually does not cause sleepiness, but it may rarely lead to sleep disorders or insomnia. In rare cases, a serious side effect called lactic acidosis can occur if the kidneys are not functioning properly. If you experience drowsiness or tiredness while taking MET 1000mg Tablet SR, consult your doctor.
How to take MET 1000mg Tablet SR?
To take MET 1000mg Tablet SR, swallow one tablet with a glass of water after a meal. If prescribed more than one tablet per day, space them out as instructed by your doctor (e.g., morning and evening). Taking the medication with meals can help reduce digestive problems.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. MET 1000mg Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
- You have been prescribed MET 1000mg Tablet SR to control the blood sugar level and reduce the risk of diabetic complications such as heart attacks.
- Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur when taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or on delaying/skipping a meal. Carry a sugar source with you for immediate relief.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as MET 1000mg Tablet SR may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis.
- Prolonged use of MET 1000mg Tablet SR may lead to vitamin B12 deficiency which may lead to anemia, causing fatigue, pale skin, shortness of breath or headache. Notify your doctor if you experience any of these as you may require supplements.
- Your doctor will monitor your blood sugar levels and kidney functions regularly while you are taking this medication.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with MET 1000mg Tablet SR.
Breastfeed
MET 1000mg Tablet SR should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Pregnancy
MET 1000mg Tablet SR is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
