Metakind 500 Tablet
Manufacturer
Mankind Pharma Ltd
Salt Composition
Metformin (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Metakind 500 Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Metakind 500 Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women. It helps control blood sugar levels and thus prevent serious complications of diabetes.
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. Metakind 500 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Metakind 500 Tablet 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.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Metakind 500 Tablet 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 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 Metakind 500 Tablet may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis Prolonged use of Metakind 500 Tablet 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Metakind 500 Tablet do exactly?
Metakind 500 Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes by reducing the increased levels of sugar in the blood. It decreases glucose production from the liver, reduces glucose absorption from the intestine, and improves the body's response to insulin, allowing for better glucose uptake from the blood.
Does Metakind 500 Tablet cause weight loss?
Yes, Metakind 500 Tablet has been shown to cause weight loss in people who are overweight or obese, particularly those at risk for diabetes. However, it is essential to consult your doctor before taking this medicine for weight loss.
What are the benefits of taking Metakind 500 Tablet?
Metakind 500 Tablet helps control blood sugar levels by promoting the body's response to insulin, decreasing glucose production from the liver, and reducing glucose absorption from the intestine. It also helps control weight gain and is rarely associated with low blood sugar when taken alone.
Can Metakind 500 Tablet make you sleepy?
Metakind 500 Tablet usually does not cause sleepiness, but it may rarely cause sleep disorders and insomnia. In rare cases, sleepiness may be a sign of a serious side effect called lactic acidosis, which occurs when the kidneys are not functioning properly. If you experience sleepiness or fatigue while taking Metakind 500 Tablet, consult your doctor.
How to take Metakind 500 Tablet?
Take Metakind 500 Tablet with or after a meal, and swallow it with a glass of water. If prescribed one tablet a day, take it in the morning with breakfast. If prescribed two tablets a day, take one in the morning and one in the evening with dinner. If prescribed three tablets a day, take one with breakfast, one with lunch, and one with dinner. Taking Metakind 500 Tablet with meals can reduce digestive problems such as indigestion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach ache, and loss of appetite.
