Metlin 25 Tablet is a medicine used to relieve pain caused by nerve damage (neuropathic pain) due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster infection), spinal cord injury, or other conditions. It is also used to treat widespread muscle pain and stiffness in people with fibromyalgia.Metlin 25 Tablet belongs to the anti-epileptic group of medicines and can also be used to treat certain types of seizures (fits) in combination with other medicines. Additionally, it may also be prescribed to treat the symptoms of anxiety disorder if other medicines are not suitable.You can take Metlin 25 Tablet with or without food, but it is important to take this medicine at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The exact dose and duration of treatment will depend on your condition and how you respond to it. Your doctor will probably start this medicine at a low dose and increase it gradually. It may take a few weeks for the medicine to work properly. Follow your doctor???s instructions and continue taking it regularly until your doctor advises you to stop. Do not miss any dose, otherwise, your condition may worsen.The side effects of this medicine are usually mild and go away by themselves. The most common ones are feeling sleepy or dizzy, dryness in the mouth, blurred vision, weight gain, edema (swelling over the whole body), and difficulty in concentrating. Most side effects are not serious and do not need medical attention. Talk to your doctor about potential side effects and ways in which you might prevent or cope with them.Before taking the medicine you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant. Be careful while driving as sleepiness, dizziness, and blurring of vision may be seen as side effects. You should avoid drinking alcohol along with this medicine as it may lead to excessive sleepiness and dizziness.

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. Metlin 25 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

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. Metlin 25 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

'- Alcohol : UNSAFE

Metlin 25 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Metlin 25 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

Metlin 25 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

Metlin 25 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

- Kidney : CAUTION

Metlin 25 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Metlin 25 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

- Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Metlin 25 Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Metlin 25 Tablet is recommended.

If you miss a dose of Metlin 25 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.

strip of 15 tablets

Chemical Class :: Cyclic GABA Analogues
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: NEURO CNS

Treatment of Neuropathic pain|Treatment of Fibromyalgia|Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures

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Q. What is Metlin 25 Tablet and what is it used for?::: Metlin 25 Tablet belongs to the anticonvulsants class of medicines. It is used to treat seizures. It is also helpful in treating nerve pain (neuropathic pain) which could be due to diabetes, shingles, or injury. It is also used in fibromyalgia (a long-lasting condition that may cause pain, tiredness, muscle stiffness and tenderness as well as difficulty falling or staying asleep. In some cases, your doctor may prescribe this medicine for the treatment of anxiety.| Q. Metlin 25 Tablet has varied roles. Does it work in the same way for each disease?::: No, Metlin 25 Tablet works in different ways for different diseases. In epilepsy, it stops seizures by reducing the abnormal electrical activity in the brain. In chronic pain, it blocks pain messages travelling from brain to spine.| Q. I have been prescribed Metlin 25 Tablet for pain due to shingles. When can I expect relief from pain?::: It may take a few weeks to see full benefits while taking Metlin 25 Tablet. However, people have experienced relief from pain after a week of starting Metlin 25 Tablet.| Q. How long do I need to take Metlin 25 Tablet?::: Duration for the use of Metlin 25 Tablet depends on the condition for which you are taking this medicine. If you are taking it for epilepsy, and it is effectively helping you then, you may have to continue it for years. If you are taking it for neuropathic or fibromyalgia pain, it is likely that once your symptoms improve you will have to continue taking it for several months. This will ensure that the problem does not come back. It is advised not to stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.| Q. Is it necessary to continue taking Metlin 25 Tablet even if I feel fine?::: Yes, you should not stop taking Metlin 25 Tablet even if you feel fine. If you are taking it for epilepsy and stop its consumption suddenly, you may have seizures that will not stop. Stopping it suddenly may result in withdrawal symptoms and you may experience anxiety, difficulty in sleeping, feeling sick, pain and sweating. These can be prevented if the dose of Metlin 25 Tablet is reduced gradually.| Q. Is Metlin 25 Tablet addictive?::: Addiction to Metlin 25 Tablet is more common in people who take it for unauthorized reasons. Taking Metlin 25 Tablet more than the recommended doses or taking it for long periods of time may also cause addiction. In addition to that, any person who has a history of drug abuse should never use Metlin 25 Tablet. In case you feel you are becoming physically dependent on Metlin 25 Tablet, inform your doctor immediately.| Q. Can I take Diazepam and Metlin 25 Tablet together?::: Yes, Metlin 25 Tablet and Diazepam can be used together. But, there might be a chance of increased side effects since both these medicines act on the brain to depress excessive activity.| Q. What is Metlin 25 Tablet and what is it used for?::: Metlin 25 Tablet belongs to the anticonvulsants class of medicines. It is used to treat seizures. It is also helpful in treating nerve pain (neuropathic pain) which could be due to diabetes, shingles, or injury. It is also used in fibromyalgia (a long-lasting condition that may cause pain, tiredness, muscle stiffness and tenderness as well as difficulty falling or staying asleep. In some cases, your doctor may prescribe this medicine for the treatment of anxiety.| Q. Metlin 25 Tablet has varied roles. Does it work in the same way for each disease?::: No, Metlin 25 Tablet works in different ways for different diseases. In epilepsy, it stops seizures by reducing the abnormal electrical activity in the brain. In chronic pain, it blocks pain messages travelling from brain to spine.| Q. I have been prescribed Metlin 25 Tablet for pain due to shingles. When can I expect relief from pain?::: It may take a few weeks to see full benefits while taking Metlin 25 Tablet. However, people have experienced relief from pain after a week of starting Metlin 25 Tablet.| Q. How long do I need to take Metlin 25 Tablet?::: Duration for the use of Metlin 25 Tablet depends on the condition for which you are taking this medicine. If you are taking it for epilepsy, and it is effectively helping you then, you may have to continue it for years. If you are taking it for neuropathic or fibromyalgia pain, it is likely that once your symptoms improve you will have to continue taking it for several months. This will ensure that the problem does not come back. It is advised not to stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.| Q. Is it necessary to continue taking Metlin 25 Tablet even if I feel fine?::: Yes, you should not stop taking Metlin 25 Tablet even if you feel fine. If you are taking it for epilepsy and stop its consumption suddenly, you may have seizures that will not stop. Stopping it suddenly may result in withdrawal symptoms and you may experience anxiety, difficulty in sleeping, feeling sick, pain and sweating. These can be prevented if the dose of Metlin 25 Tablet is reduced gradually.| Q. Is Metlin 25 Tablet addictive?::: Addiction to Metlin 25 Tablet is more common in people who take it for unauthorized reasons. Taking Metlin 25 Tablet more than the recommended doses or taking it for long periods of time may also cause addiction. In addition to that, any person who has a history of drug abuse should never use Metlin 25 Tablet. In case you feel you are becoming physically dependent on Metlin 25 Tablet, inform your doctor immediately.| Q. Can I take Diazepam and Metlin 25 Tablet together?::: Yes, Metlin 25 Tablet and Diazepam can be used together. But, there might be a chance of increased side effects since both these medicines act on the brain to depress excessive activity.| Q. Can the use of Metlin 25 Tablet cause weight gain?::: Yes, Metlin 25 Tablet may cause weight gain because it increases your hunger. Regular physical exercise and a balanced diet with low-calorie food may help you keep your weight stable. Consult a dietician if you have any further concerns to keep your weight stable.

Sleepiness
Weight gain
Dryness in mouth
Blurred vision
Dizziness
Peripheral edema