PRODUCT DETAILS

About Linamet 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet

LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN is a combination drug of Linagliptin (DPP4 inhibitors), and Metformin (Biguanides) belongs to the anti-diabetic class. Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which either the body stops producing enough insulin (the hormone which helps to decrease sugar levels in the blood) or resistance to insulin action. As a result, insulin is produced in large amounts, but it cannot act on the organs of the body.

LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN contains Linagliptin (DPP4 inhibitors) and Metformin (Biguanide). Linagliptin is a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor that works by blocking the action of DPP-4, an enzyme which destroys the hormone incretin that helps the body produce more insulin only when required.

Uses of Linamet 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Medicinal Benefits of Linamet 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet

LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN helps your pancreas produce more insulin, make effective insulin utilization, and decrease excess of sugar that your liver makes. It helps in controlling the rise of blood sugar level in your body after a meal. Besides this, it does not cause weight gain in prolonged use. LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN plays a vital role in controlling blood sugar levels and prevents serious complications of diabetes like eyesight loss (retinopathy), kidney (nephropathy), nerve damage (neuropathy), diabetic foot ulcer, and delayed wound healing.

Directions for Use

LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor. Always take LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN exactly as your doctor told you. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water. If required, tablets can be broken in half to give a smaller dose.

Side Effects of Linamet 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet

Every medicine has some side effects. In the beginning days of the treatment with LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN, you may suffer from low blood sugar, runny nose, sore throat, upper lung infection, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, gas, stomach upset, indigestion, general weakness, and headache when used in combination with other antidiabetic agents like sulfonylurea or insulin. But these would be temporary and may be relieved after some time. However, if you still have discomfort speak with the doctor. Lactic acidosis (excess level of lactic acid in the blood) is a rare side effect that is serious and can lead to a life-threatening condition.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes or with diabetic ketoacidosis. Some diabetic patients, while taking LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN, might develop a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis. In this condition, there is too much lactic acid accumulated in the blood that can damage the working of your liver and kidney required for the elimination of excess lactic acid from the blood. Before you start taking LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN, tell your doctor if you’ve ever had pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), kidney disease, and low vitamin B12 level. LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN, when used with insulin, may extremely lower the blood sugar level leading to hypoglycemia condition, which can be fatal. Your doctor may adjust the dose by lowering the dose of insulin or LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN in this case. A prolonged intake of LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN may lower your thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH); hence, TSH's annual check-up is recommended. You may also develop a serious skin reaction known as bullous pemphigoid that requires immediate medical attention in rare cases. Tell your doctor if you will have a diagnostic test with an injection of dye or X-ray contrast agent. The use of LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN should be stopped for a short time before having an X-ray procedure.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

: LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN interacts with anti-depressants (bupropion), pain killers (aspirin), antibiotics (cephalexin, ciprofloxacin), anti-acidity drugs (cimetidine), heart condition drugs (ranolazine, digoxin), anti-HIV drugs (dolutegravir), anti-hypertensives (amlodipine, verapamil), anti-epileptic drugs (topiramate, lamotrigine), oral contraceptives.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 People affected with heart diseases (like congestive heart failure and myocardial infarction), Vitamin B12 deficiency, and alcoholism should avoid intake of LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• It is best to avoid alcohol while taking LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN.

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PREGNANCY

• Please consult your doctor for advice before using LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN.

BREAST FEEDING

• Please consult your doctor for advice before using LINAGLIPTIN+METFORMIN.

DRIVING

• Drive only if you are physically stable and mentally focussed; if you experience drowsiness after taking these medications, you should not drive or operate any machinery or vehicles.

LIVER

• If u have or had a history or evidence of any liver-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking medicine.

KIDNEY

• If u have or had a history or evidence of any kidney-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking medicine.