Metcon Tablet is used in the treatment of migraine. It prevents pain signals and fever associated with migraine. It also blocks certain substances in the brain that trigger nausea or vomiting during migraine headaches.

Metcon Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are restlessness and tiredness. These are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may also cause drowsiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Migraine attacks can be managed by identifying migraine-causing triggers which may be red wine, caffeine withdrawal, stress, and skipped meals, etc. You can identify personal triggers by maintaining a diary of what you are doing, what you are eating, and any stressful activity that happened before a migraine attack. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Uses of Metcon Tablet

Migraine

Benefits of Metcon Tablet

In Migraine

Metcon Tablet is a combination of medicines that treat and prevent migraine headaches. It changes the electrical activity in the brain, blocks chemicals responsible for pain sensation, and also blocks signals that cause nausea/vomiting associated with migraines. By preventing and reducing the frequency of migraine headaches, it can help you carry out your daily activities and have a better quality of life.

Side effects of Metcon 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 Metcon

Restlessness
Tiredness
Drowsiness

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

How Metcon Tablet works

Metcon Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Metoclopramide and Paracetamol. Metoclopramide is a prokinetic which works on the region in the brain that controls vomiting. It also increases the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing food to move more easily through the stomach. This prevents nausea and vomiting caused due to migraine. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and an anti-pyretic (fever reducer) which blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever associated with migraine.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Metcon Tablet.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Metcon 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Metcon Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Metcon Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Metcon Tablet may cause drowsiness, dizziness, dyskinesia and dystonias which could affect the vision and may interfere with the ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Metcon Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Metcon Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

What if you forget to take Metcon Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Metcon Tablet, 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.

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Quick tips

Metcon Tablet helps to ease the pain you feel during a migraine headache as well as helps to stop you from feeling sick.
This medicine can only decrease the number and severity of attacks but may not completely stop them.
Before taking any other medicines, check the label to see whether they contain paracetamol. Since it is important that you do not take more than one preparation containing paracetamol at a time.
Some tips that may help avoid a migraine attack:
1. Have your meals at the same time every day.
2. Avoid bright lights and extreme temperatures.
3. Avoid loud music and noisy places.
4. Avoid chocolates, cheese, processed food, alcohol, and smoking.
5. Get sufficient sleep and avoid stress.

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Patient concerns

I am facing issue of headache from last 3-4 years.i have consulted allopathy and they have given me sibelum 10 for migrane and asked to take metopar(paracetamol) when ever pain is too much.i am nit taking sibelum now but i am taking metopar when ever required.so i want a homeopathy consultatation if it can be cured by homeopathy or the level of headache can be lowered. Currently i face headache once in a week and i had to take metopar. Kindly suggest. My weight 80 kg And i am taking some neuro medicines ( stalopam 10, amitone 10) I also have cholesterol and taking (atorec 20)

Dr. Faran Siddiqui

Homeopathy

Migraine and headache are two different things migraine is primarily headache of one side in symmetrically

Some time at a sudden Strong half headache pain in left side and also left eye tearing Please consult me

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

it could be migraine

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FAQs

Can I stop taking Metcon Tablet when my migraine symptoms are relieved?

Metcon Tablet is used in the treatment of migraine attack and should be continued as advised by the doctor.

Can I drink alcohol while using Metcon Tablet?

No, you should not drink alcohol while using Metcon Tablet. Drinking alcohol while taking Metcon Tablet can make you feel very drowsy and sleepy.

Can the use of Metcon Tablet cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Metcon Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry. Try to avoid foods that are acidic (like lemons), spicy and salty.

What can cause or trigger a migraine attack?

Certain physical or environmental factors, such as foods, hormonal changes, weather, and stress, can lead to or “trigger” a migraine. However, it is important to remember that triggers are different for everyone. Thus, to prevent migraine attacks, you need to figure out which triggers affect you and which ones do not. Keeping a headache diary is an effective way to track triggers. The diary will also help you talk to your doctor about your condition better.

Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of Metcon Tablet?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Metcon Tablet can lead to increased side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of migraine attacks, which are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Metcon Tablet?

Keep this medication in a tightly closed container and out of children’s reach. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Unneeded medications should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children and other people cannot consume them.

Can the use of Metcon Tablet cause sleepiness?

Yes, Metcon Tablet can cause sleepiness, dizziness or drowsiness. If you have these symptoms, do not drive a car, use machinery, or do anything where you need to be alert.

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References

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