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Metaleev 500 Tablet

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Product introduction

Metaleev 500 Tablet is an antioxidant medicine used to treat alcoholic fatty liver. It works by protecting the liver from harmful chemical substances and also increases the alcohol elimination from blood and tissues.

Metaleev 500 Tablet should be taken with or without food. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for and your body weight. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to get the most benefit and you may have to take it for several months or longer, so try to get into a routine. Keep using it as prescribed even if your symptoms disappear.

The most common side effects are nausea, upset stomach, and diarrhea. Not everyone gets side effects. If you are worried about them, or they do not go away, let your doctor know. If you have problems with diarrhea your doctor may reduce the dose or stop the treatment. Drink enough water or fluids to stay hydrated in case of severe diarrhea.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. Using this medicine can reduce or increase the effect of some other medicines, so tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking.

Uses of Metaleev Tablet

Benefits of Metaleev Tablet

In Alcoholic fatty liver disease

Metaleev 500 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as hepatoprotectives. It fastens clearance of alcohol from the blood and therefore helps in the treatment of fatty liver due to alcoholism. In the long term, it protects the liver from damage against harmful chemicals known as free radicals, thereby improving the overall health of the liver.

Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Do not stop taking it even if your symptoms disappear. To make the medicine more effective and for general health benefits, stop smoking, maintain a healthy weight, and do not drink too much alcohol.

Side effects of Metaleev 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 Metaleev

  • Nausea
  • Upset stomach
  • Diarrhea

How to use Metaleev 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. Metaleev 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Metaleev Tablet works

Metaleev 500 Tablet is an antioxidant. It works by protecting the liver from harmful chemical substances (free radicals). It also works by increasing alcohol elimination from the blood and tissues, thus preventing liver damage.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Metaleev 500 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Metaleev 500 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Metaleev 500 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Metaleev 500 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Metaleev 500 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Metaleev 500 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Metaleev Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Metaleev 500 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

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Quick tips

  • It protects the liver cells from toxins and helps the liver to perform its normal functions.
  • Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if diarrhea persists or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Amino acid derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Hepatoprotectives

Patient concerns

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1.Alcoholic fatty liver gr -ll. 2. above Cholesterol
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Internal Medicine
Quit alcohol Get evaluated by a physician or DM gastro enterologist
What is the diet for non alcoholic fatty liver
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Lifestyle changes including Weight loss by restricting calorie intake, regular exercise
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FAQs

What is Metaleev 500 Tablet? What is it used for?

Metaleev 500 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as hepatoprotective medicines which means that they protect the liver. It is used to treat chronic and acute alcohol intoxication. Metaleev 500 Tablet accelerates alcohol clearance from the blood and therefore, also helps in the treatment of fatty liver due to alcoholism.

How does Metaleev 500 Tablet work?

Metaleev 500 Tablet works by increasing the rate of alcohol clearance from blood and tissues, which leads to faster recovery from alcohol intoxication. This in long term protects the liver from damage against harmful chemicals known as free radicals, thereby improving overall health of the liver.

How to use Metaleev 500 Tablet?

Metaleev 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food as prescribed by the doctor. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Swallow the tablet whole; do not crush, break or chew. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and your total body weight. It is advised to follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit of Metaleev 500 Tablet.

What are the side effects of Metaleev 500 Tablet?

The most common side effects associated with Metaleev 500 Tablet include nausea, upset stomach and diarrhea. However, these effects are not observed in all patients. If you are worried about them or they do not go away, let your doctor know. If you have problems with diarrhea your doctor may reduce the dose or stop the treatment. Drink enough water or fluids to stay hydrated in case of severe diarrhea.

Can Metaleev 500 Tablet be used in pregnancy and lactation?

Metaleev 500 Tablet is not advised to be taken by pregnant and breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking Metaleev 500 Tablet if you are planning to conceive, pregnant or breastfeeding to prevent harmful effects on the baby.

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References

  1. Medindia. Metadoxine. [Aceessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Name: Care Formulation Labs Pvt Ltd
Address: D-1659, DSIIDC, Narela Industrial Area, Delhi, 110040
Country of origin: India

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