Metatime 1000 XR Tablet
Manufacturer
Mankind Pharma Ltd
Salt Composition
Metformin (1000mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Metatime 1000 XR 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 prevent serious complications of diabetes.
Dosage Form
Tablet XR
Introduction
Metatime 1000 XR Tablet 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 a menstruation-related disorder known as Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women. It is important to take this medicine as advised by your doctor and to monitor your blood sugar levels and kidney functions regularly.
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. Metatime 1000 XR Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Metatime 1000 XR Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Metatime 1000 XR Tablet 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 Warning
Metatime 1000 XR Tablet 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.
Interacting Medicines
Ketotifen Amiloride Beclometasone Betamethasone
How it works
Metatime 1000 XR 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 Metatime 1000 XR 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, 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 Metatime 1000 XR Tablet may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.
Frequently asked questions
What does Metatime 1000 XR Tablet do exactly?
Metatime 1000 XR Tablet acts in several ways to reduce the increased levels of sugar in blood by decreasing glucose production from the liver, decreasing absorption of glucose from the intestine after taking food, and improving the sensitivity of body organs and muscles towards insulin. This helps improve the uptake of glucose from the blood.
Does Metatime 1000 XR Tablet cause weight loss?
Yes, Metatime 1000 XR Tablet has been shown to cause weight loss in people who are overweight or obese. However, it's essential to consult a doctor before taking this medicine for weight loss purposes.
What are the benefits of taking Metatime 1000 XR Tablet?
Metatime 1000 XR Tablet helps control blood sugar levels by promoting the body’s response to insulin, decreasing glucose production from the liver, and reducing sugar absorption in the intestines. It also rarely causes low blood sugar due to its mechanism of preventing excess insulin secretion.
Can Metatime 1000 XR Tablet make you sleepy?
Metatime 1000 XR Tablet usually does not cause sleepiness, but it may occasionally lead to sleep disorders or insomnia. Sleepiness can be a sign of lactic acidosis, particularly in cases where the kidneys are not functioning properly.
How to take Metatime 1000 XR Tablet?
Take Metatime 1000 XR Tablet with or after a meal. Do not crush or chew the tablets and swallow them with water. If prescribed one tablet per day, take it in the morning; if two tablets are prescribed daily, take one in the morning and the other at night. For three doses, take one apart from breakfast and dinner.
