Medicine Details
Metafolate Tablet
Manufacturer: Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Salt Composition: Metformin (500mg) + L-Methyl Folate (0.5mg) + Methylcobalamin/Mecobalamin (750mcg) + Myo-Inositol (550mg)
Medicine Type: allopathy
Introduction: In Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) Women with Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) have hormonal imbalance that is responsible for irregular menstrual cycles (periods), excessive hair growth and acne. Metafolate Tablet is a combination medicine that helps in regulating hormonal imbalance as well as periods in females. It helps the body to utilise the hormone insulin and also regulates menstrual cycles. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not skip any doses and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Benefits: 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. Metafolate Tablet is to be taken with food.
Description: Metafolate Tablet is a combination of medicines used in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). It regulates ovulation and menstrual cycles (periods) in PCOS. It enhances the body's response to insulin, and maintains hormonal balance. This improves your overall health. Metafolate 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 Metafolate Tablet, 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.
How to Use: Metafolate Tablet is a combination of four medicines: Metformin , L-Methyl Folate , Methylcobalamin/Mecobalamin and Myo-Inositol which treat polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) in females. Metformin helps regulate hormones in PCOS by balancing insulin levels. This effect leads to more regular menstruation and ovulation cycles. L-Methyl Folate and Methylcobalamin/Mecobalamin provide essential nutrients. Myo-Inositol ensures proper binding of insulin to its receptors and regulates the signaling that follows the binding process. Like this, it enhances body’s response to insulin, and improves hormone balance.
Safety Advice: - Alcohol : UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Metafolate Tablet. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Metafolate 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 Metafolate Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. - 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 : CAUTION - Metafolate Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Metafolate Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Metafolate Tablet is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine. - Liver : CAUTION - Metafolate Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Metafolate Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Metafolate Tablet is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
If Missed: If you miss a dose of Metafolate 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.
Packaging: strip of 10 tablets
Packaging Type:
Primary Use: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
Side Effects: Nausea | Diarrhea | Stomach pain | Loss of appetite
Alcohol Interaction: UNSAFE
Pregnancy Interaction:
Lactation Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Driving Interaction:
Kidney Interaction: CAUTION
Liver Interaction: CAUTION