Information about Metadoxine

Generic Name : Metadoxine
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Metadoxine are provided here.

Understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

Therapeutic Classification : Hepatoprotective Agents

Trade Names/Brand Names of Metadoxine

India :

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International :

Abrixone, Metadoxil

Why is Metadoxine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a hepatoprotective agent, prescribed for the treatment of fatty liver due to alcoholism.

When should Metadoxine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Pregnancy and lactation.

What is the dosage of Metadoxine?

PO- The recommended dose is 0.5-1 g/day.
IV/IM- The recommended dose is 300-600 mg/day.

How should Metadoxine be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.
It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein or muscle.

What are the warnings and precautions for Metadoxine?

• If the side effects worsens or does not go away after few days, it is advised to consult a doctor.

• Symptoms caused by overdose can be resolved by withdrawing the drug therapy.

• Caution is required in patients who take metadoxine for long-term.