PRODUCT DETAILS

About Frey-Met Tablet SR

METFORMIN+METHYLCOBALAMIN belongs to the group of medications called ‘anti-diabetic’ used in the treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a chronic or life-long condition in which blood sugar or glucose levels rise more than normal. It occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin (metabolizes glucose), or if produced, it cannot function properly in the body.

Uses of Frey-Met Tablet SR

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Medicinal Benefits of Frey-Met Tablet SR

METFORMIN+METHYLCOBALAMIN is a combination of two medicines, namely: Metformin and Methylcobalamin. Metformin acts by decreasing liver glucose production and intestinal glucose uptake. Methylcobalamin reduces vitamin B12 deficiency. METFORMIN+METHYLCOBALAMIN does not cause significant hypoglycemia (sudden lowering of the blood glucose level). It is usually preferred in obese patients with diabetes as it may cause weight loss and lowers the complications of diabetes.  

Directions for Use

METFORMIN+METHYLCOBALAMIN is available in the form of tablets. Tablets: Tablets are swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablets. Take the dose as prescribed by your doctor at a fixed time every day.

Side Effects of Frey-Met Tablet SR

• Change in taste
• Nausea (feeling sick)
• Vomiting (being sick)
• Diarrhoea
• Hot sensation
• Headache
• Anorexia (loss of appetite)
• Sweating

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

METFORMIN+METHYLCOBALAMIN may cause a rare and serious side-effect ‘lactic acidosis’ (buildup of lactic acid in the blood), characterized by abdominal pain, muscle cramps, vomiting, severe fatigue, and difficulty breathing. It is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical attention. Inform your doctor if you have any severe liver or kidney problems as their normal functioning is required to eliminate excess lactic acid from the body.  Do not consume excess alcohol as it increases the risk of lactic acidosis. It should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases as it increases the risk of heart failure. If you have dehydration (severe loss of body fluids) due to severe vomiting, diarrhoea, exposure to heat, or fever, stop taking METFORMIN+METHYLCOBALAMIN and immediately seek medical attention. METFORMIN+METHYLCOBALAMIN may cause electrolyte imbalance, so taking this medicine during dehydration can worsen the condition.  

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

METFORMIN+METHYLCOBALAMIN may interact with other antidiabetic drugs, diuretics or water pills, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (ibuprofen and celecoxib), antacids (cimetidine and omeprazole), antiasthma drug (salbutamol), corticosteroids, anti-HIV drug (dolutegravir), iodinated X-ray contrast agents, anti-epileptic drugs (topiramate and lamotrigine), antibiotic (neomycin), a medication used to treat high blood pressure (verapamil), antibacterial (rifampicin and trimethoprim), a medication to treat chest pain (ranolazine), anticancer (vandetanib), and an antifungal drug (isavuconazole).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 METFORMIN+METHYLCOBALAMIN should be avoided in patients with heart diseases (like congestive heart failure and myocardial infarction), and alcoholic abuse.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• Alcohol may increase the risk of side-effects and worsen the condition.

PREGNANCY

• METFORMIN+METHYLCOBALAMIN is a category B drug. It should be used in pregnant women only if clinically needed.

BREAST FEEDING

• METFORMIN+METHYLCOBALAMIN should not be used in breastfeeding mothers as it may get secreted in the breast milk and cause unwanted effects in the nursing babies.

DRIVING

• METFORMIN+METHYLCOBALAMIN does not affect your ability to drive.

LIVER

• METFORMIN+METHYLCOBALAMIN should be taken with caution especially if you have a history of liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

• METFORMIN+METHYLCOBALAMIN should be taken with caution in patients with kidney diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.