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Melmet-500 Tablet

Manufactured byMICRO LABS LTD
ContainsMetformin
Description
Melmet-500 Tablet is a medicine used to control high blood sugar levels. It is the first preferred medicine effectively used in people with type II diabetes (a condition where your body cannot produce sufficient insulin or resists insulin). Melmet-500 Tablet helps in insulin production, which in turn reduces the excess blood sugar levels in your body. It also helps in minimizing the risk of diabetes-associated complications such as blindness, kidney damage, stroke (decreased blood flow to your brain), and heart attack. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is necessary while taking this tablet. Melmet-500 Tablet may cause side effects like headache, nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, reduced blood sugar levels, weight gain, etc. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to it. Alcohol intake can also cause reduced blood sugar levels. You may feel tired or uneasy during the treatment at the initial stages, hence avoid driving vehicles or operating machines. Melmet-500 Tablet can be taken with food for better absorption. For the ease of remembering, take this tablet around the same time every day. Avoid taking Melmet-500 Tablet for a long period unless prescribed by your physician as it may cause severe side effects. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Melmet-500 Tablet

Glyrep 500 MG Tablet
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Insumet 500 MG Tablet
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Melmet 500 MG Tablet
Micro Labs Ltd.
X-Met 500 MG Tablet
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Almetfor 500 mg Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Melmet-500 Tablet

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Loss of appetite
  • Weakness
  • Chest discomfort
  • Headache
  • Runny Nose
  • Heartburn
  • Swollen joints

Uses of Melmet-500 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Type II Diabetes Mellitus
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Melmet-500 Tablet can be observed within three hours of intake.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration for which Melmet-500 Tablet shows its effect in your body is eight hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol should be avoided while treatment with Melmet-500 Tablet due to severe side effects like reduced blood sugar levels, dizziness etc.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Melmet-500 Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Use of Melmet-500 Tablet should be avoided during pregnancy as it may affect the foetus. Hence your physician may advise a safer alternative with the same therapeutic effect based on your clinical condition.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known whether Melmet-500 Tablet passes into breast milk. Hence is not recommended for use during breastfeeding. Your physician may advise a safer alternative with the same therapeutic effect based on your clinical condition.

Allergy

Avoid taking Melmet-500 Tablet or any other formulation containing it if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.

Metabolic Acidosis

Melmet-500 Tablet should be avoided for use if you have metabolic acidosis (electrolyte disorder with altered acid-base balance in your body) since it may worsen your condition.

Severe kidney impairment

Do not take Melmet-500 Tablet if you have severe kidney impairment with changes in serum creatinine levels or abnormal creatinine clearance as it may worsen your health condition due to severe side effects.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Use of Melmet-500 Tablet should be avoided during pregnancy as it may affect the foetus. Hence your physician may advise a safer alternative with the same therapeutic effect based on your clinical condition.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether Melmet-500 Tablet passes into breast milk. Hence is not recommended for use during breastfeeding. Your physician may advise a safer alternative with the same therapeutic effect based on your clinical condition.
General warnings

Kidney diseases

Melmet-500 Tablet may cause damage to the kidneys when used in the presence of kidney problems. Close monitoring of kidney function may be required.

Stress

Use of Melmet-500 Tablet should be discontinued in people exposed to stressful conditions such as a fever, trauma (severe injury), surgeries, or accidents since it may not be effective in controlling blood sugar levels in these conditions.

Type I diabetes

Melmet-500 Tablet is not recommended for use in people having Type I diabetes (a condition where the pancreas produces little or no insulin) since it is not effective in treating such cases.

Diarrhoea

Melmet-500 Tablet may cause diarrhoea during the initial stage of therapy which mostly subsides by itself. However, if the problem persists for a longer duration contact your doctor immediately.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Melmet-500 Tablet. In case a dose is skipped, do not add it up to the next dose.

Overdose

Reach the nearest emergency medical department immediately or contact your doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol should be avoided while treatment with Melmet-500 Tablet due to severe side effects like reduced blood sugar levels, dizziness etc.
Interaction with Medicine

Amlodipine

Estradiol

Gatifloxacin

Iodinated Contrast Media

Formoterol

Disease interactions

Vitamin B12 deficiency

Melmet-500 Tablet should be used with extreme caution if you have vitamin B12 deficiency since it may worsen your condition. Appropriate vitamin B12 supplementation and dose adjustments may be required based on your clinical condition.

Cardiovascular disease

Melmet-500 Tablet should be taken with caution if you have heart problems or problems associated with blood vessels due to the increased risk of severe side effects. Close monitoring of heart function and vital signs is recommended.

Lactic Acidosis

Melmet-500 Tablet may cause lactic acidosis if you have septicemia (blood poisoning), kidney and heart problems. Therefore, close monitoring of blood glucose levels, kidney function, heart function, and liver function may be required.

Hypoglycemia

Melmet-500 Tablet should be taken with caution if you have hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). Close monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Melmet-500 Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Your dose is likely to change over time based on therapeutic response and clinical condition. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended during treatment with this medicine. You should always carry a sugar candy with you to counteract unexpected lowering of blood sugar levels. Always maintain a strict exercise and diet regimen for better results.
Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Melmet-500 Tablet decreases the absorption of glucose (sugars) from the intestine and glucose production in the liver which in turn increases the action of insulin in your body. Thereby reducing blood sugar levels.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Non-sulfonylureas, Oral Biguanides

Schedule

Schedule H

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