Metmin-A Tablet

Metformin (500mg)+ Alpha Lipoic Acid (200mg)

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Metmin-A Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. It helps to maintain blood sugar levels and reduces the chances of developing serious complications of diabetes.

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS,
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:06 AM (IST)

₹50 MRP ₹51.53% off

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General Information

Contains

Metformin (500mg)+ Alpha Lipoic Acid (200mg)

Marketer

Jenburkt Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Metmin-A Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It is to be taken with food, preferably at the same time each day. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

It may cause side effects like taste change, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, and loss of appetite. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own. Please consult your doctor in case these do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects.

Uses of Metmin-A Tablet

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Benefits of Metmin-A Tablet

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Metmin-A Tablet is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. It also contains alpha lipoic acid, a nutrient that protects the nerve tissues against damage from harmful chemicals, called toxins, in our body. If you can control the blood sugar levels, you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems and loss of limbs.
Metmin-A Tablet will reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed because it is protecting your future health.

Side effects of Metmin-A Tablet

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

Common side effects of Metmin-A

Nausea
Taste change
Loss of appetite
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Vertigo
Dizziness

How to use Metmin-A Tablet

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. Metmin-A Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Metmin-A Tablet works

Metmin-A Tablet is a combination of two medicines:.

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Quick tips

Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
Monitor your blood glucose level while taking this medicine.
It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxiety.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Metmin-A Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Metmin-A Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Metmin-A Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CAUTION

Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Metmin-A Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Metmin-A Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Metmin-A Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Metmin-A Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI DIABETIC

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Patients taking Metmin-A Tablet

Twice A Day

53%

Once A Day

42%

Thrice A Day

Alternate Day

What are you using Metmin-A Tablet for?

Others

33%

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

33%

Nutritional deficiencies

17%

Type 2 diabetes

17%

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

33%

Average

33%

Poor

33%

What were the side-effects while using Metmin-A Tablet?

No Side Effect

33%

Vomiting

33%

Nausea

33%

How do you take Metmin-A Tablet?

With food

67%

Empty stomach

33%

Please rate Metmin-A Tablet on price

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50%

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25%

Average

25%

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Marketer details

Name: Jenburkt Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Nirmala Apartments,93, Jayprakash Road, Andheri (West),Mumbai - 400 058. India.

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Country of origin: India

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Metmin-A Tablet

General Information

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Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Metmin-A Tablet

Benefits of Metmin-A Tablet

Side effects of Metmin-A Tablet

How to use Metmin-A Tablet

How Metmin-A Tablet works

All substitutes for Metmin-A Tablet

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Related lab tests

Glucose - Fasting Blood

Glucose - Postprandial Blood

Glycosylated Hemoglobin

References

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