Linagliptin 2.5mg + Metformin 1000mg

Linagliptin 2.5mg + Metformin 1000mg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults when diet and exercise 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 for better blood sugar control
• Sometimes used together with other diabetes medicines as advised by your doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• Linagliptin increases the release of natural insulin after meals and reduces excess sugar production by the liver
• Metformin decreases sugar absorption from food and improves how your body uses insulin
• 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 substitute for insulin when insulin is required
• Not meant for weight loss, though some patients may notice mild weight changes

How to Use Linagliptin 2.5mg + Metformin 1000mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually with meals to reduce stomach upset
• Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew it
• Do not change the dose or stop the medicine without consulting your doctor
• Continue following your prescribed diet and exercise plan along with this medicine
• Keep taking it regularly even if you feel well, as diabetes needs long-term control

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it 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 a double dose to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack
• Keep the tablets in their original packaging until ready to use

Linagliptin 2.5mg + Metformin 1000mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea
• Diarrhoea or loose motions
• Stomach upset or discomfort
• Loss of appetite
• Mild headache

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Skin rash or itching
• Metallic taste in mouth
• Low blood sugar (especially if combined with other diabetes medicines)
• Runny nose or upper respiratory symptoms

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Signs of lactic acidosis such as severe weakness, muscle pain, trouble breathing, unusual tiredness, or stomach pain
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat, and difficulty breathing
• Severe or persistent stomach pain, which could indicate pancreatitis
• Yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine, indicating liver problems
• Symptoms of severe low blood sugar such as confusion, sweating, or fainting

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

Linagliptin 2.5mg + Metformin 1000mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should be used only under the guidance and monitoring of a registered doctor.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to linagliptin, metformin, or any other ingredient in this medicine
• Have severe kidney disease
• Have a history of diabetic ketoacidosis or metabolic acidosis
• Have severe liver disease
• Have a serious infection, severe dehydration, or are undergoing major surgery

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have any kidney or liver problems
• Have heart failure or a history of heart disease
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Drink alcohol regularly
• Are scheduled for any surgery or imaging test involving contrast dye
• Have a history of pancreatitis

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

It is best to avoid alcohol as it increases the risk of a serious condition called lactic acidosis.

Will this medicine cause low blood sugar?

On its own it rarely causes low blood sugar, but the risk increases if combined with other diabetes medicines or if meals are skipped.

Can I stop the medicine once my sugar is controlled?

• No, you should continue taking it as prescribed even if your sugar levels improve, unless your doctor advises otherwise.
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