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Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER is a product of Omex Healthcare

Composition: Metformin (500mg) + Voglibose (0.3mg)

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All Details About Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER

Description:

Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER belongs to a category of medicines known as anti-diabetic drugs. It is a combination of medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.

Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER should be taken with food. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to how it is working according to your blood sugar levels.

Retain taking this medicine, even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.

This medicine may cause side effects like nausea, taste change, loss of appetite, flatulence, stomach pain, diarrhea, and skin rash. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own. If these do not resolve or worry you, please consult your doctor. Your doctor might suggest ways of dealing with your side effects or treating them if they are bothersome.

You should not take it if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, if you have diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acid in your blood), or if you have severe kidney or liver disease. Earlier taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease. It may not be suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your blood sugar levels should be checked regularly and your doctor may also advise blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and liver function.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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. Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER should be taken with or after food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Metboss

  • Abdominal pain
  • Vomiting
  • Decreased appetite
  • Flatulence
  • Diarrhea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER does not usually affect your ability to drive.
However, patients should be alerted to the risk of hypoglycemia when it is used in combination with other antidiabetic agents such as sulfonylureas, insulin, and repaglinide.
Kidney
CAUTION
Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Employ of Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER in patients with liver disease.

FAQs:

What is Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER used for?

Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER is used to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes, especially when diet, exercise, and a single diabetes medicine are not enough. It helps lower blood sugar levels and prevents complications from diabetes, such as kidney damage and nerve problems.

Can Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER alone rarely causes low blood sugar. However, when combined with other diabetes medicines, such as insulin or sulfonylureas, it can cause hypoglycemia. Watch out for signs such as dizziness, sweating, and shaking, and carry a sugary snack if at risk.

Who should not take Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER?

Individuals should avoid taking Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER if they have severe kidney problems, liver disease, heart failure, serious infections, or alcoholism. It is also not suitable if they are allergic to metformin, voglibose, or any ingredient present in Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER.

Is Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER safe for elderly patients?

In elderly people, kidney function may decline with age. Since metformin (present in Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER) can affect the kidneys, doctors will check kidney function (GFR) regularly and adjust the dose accordingly.

Can I take Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER if I have kidney problems?

Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER is not safe if kidney function is severely reduced (GFR below 30 mL/min). For mild to moderate kidney issues, the doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine and check kidney function regularly.

What serious side effects should I watch for while taking Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER?

Though rare, Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER may cause lactic acidosis, a serious condition with symptoms such as muscle pain, breathing difficulty, and weakness. If you feel unwell suddenly, seek emergency medical help.

Can I stop taking Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER once my blood sugar is controlled?

No, do not stop taking Metboss 500mg/0.3mg Tablet ER, or other diabetes medicines without a doctor’s advice. Even if sugar levels are normal, stopping the medicine may cause blood sugar to rise again.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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