Alogliptin 12.5mg + Metformin 1000mg

Alogliptin 12.5mg + Metformin 1000mg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine combination is used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults, especially when diet, exercise, and metformin alone are not enough to control blood sugar.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Controlling high blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes
• Used along with diet and exercise changes
• Often prescribed when a single diabetes medicine does not give enough control

HOW IT WORKS

• Alogliptin blocks an enzyme called DPP-4, which helps the body release more insulin after meals and lowers sugar production
• Metformin reduces the amount of sugar released by the liver and helps the body use insulin better
• Together they help lower blood sugar more effectively than either medicine alone

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for type 1 diabetes
• Not used for diabetic ketoacidosis, a serious emergency condition
• Not a treatment for weight loss, though some weight changes may occur
• Not a substitute for insulin in people who need insulin therapy

How to Use Alogliptin 12.5mg + Metformin 1000mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually with food to reduce stomach upset
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water; do not crush or chew unless your doctor says so
• Take it at the same time(s) each day to maintain steady blood sugar control
• Continue taking it regularly even if you feel well; diabetes medicines work best with consistent use
• Follow the diet and exercise plan advised by your doctor along with this medicine

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue your normal schedule
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct heat, light, and moisture
• Keep the tablets in their original pack until it is time to take them
• Keep out of reach and sight of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Alogliptin 12.5mg + Metformin 1000mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea
• Diarrhoea or stomach upset
• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Metallic taste in mouth

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Skin rash or itching
• Joint pain
• Upper respiratory tract infection symptoms
• Mild dizziness

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Signs of lactic acidosis such as unusual muscle pain, trouble breathing, stomach pain, feeling very weak or cold
• Signs of low blood sugar such as shakiness, sweating, confusion, fast heartbeat
• Signs of pancreatitis such as severe stomach pain spreading to the back, with or without vomiting
• Signs of liver problems such as yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine
• Severe allergic reaction such as swelling of face/lips/throat, difficulty breathing, severe skin rash or blistering

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Alogliptin 12.5mg + Metformin 1000mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should only be used under a doctor's guidance.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to alogliptin, metformin, or any ingredient in the tablet
• Have severe kidney disease
• Have diabetic ketoacidosis or severe uncontrolled diabetes
• Have severe liver disease
• Have a history of metabolic acidosis, including lactic acidosis

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have any kidney or liver problems
• Have heart failure or a history of heart disease
• Are going to have surgery or an imaging test that uses contrast dye
• Drink alcohol regularly
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Have a history of pancreatitis

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other diabetes medicines, including insulin, which may increase risk of low blood sugar
• Diuretics (water pills) and certain blood pressure medicines
• Contrast dye used in X-ray or CT scans
• Steroids and certain hormone medicines
• Alcohol, which increases risk of lactic acidosis

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

It is best to avoid or limit alcohol as it increases the risk of low blood sugar and a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis.

Will this medicine cause weight gain?

Unlike some other diabetes medicines, this combination is generally weight-neutral or may lead to slight weight loss, but effects vary by person.

How long do I need to take this medicine?

• Type 2 diabetes usually needs long-term treatment, so continue taking it as long as your doctor recommends, along with regular blood sugar monitoring.
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