Linagliptin & Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets

Linagliptin & Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets: Linagliptin + Metformin is a type of drug that is utilized in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body is unable to produce sufficient insulin or when the insulin produced by the body is not as effective as it should be. It can also arise if the body is able to produce too much glucagon. Insulin is something that works to reduce the amount of sugar in your bloodstream, particularly after meals.

Linagliptin + Metformin has metformin and vildagliptin in it, which help regulate blood sugar. It functions by making the pancreas release more insulin and less glucagon (vildagliptin’s effect) and also by aiding your body in utilizing insulin better (metformin’s effect).

Medical Benefits:

• Linagliptin + Metformin causes your pancreas to release more insulin, use insulin well, and reduce the excess sugar that your liver produces.
• It assists in maintaining the elevation of blood sugar levels in your body following a meal.
• Linagliptin + Metformin is crucial in regulating blood sugar levels and averts severe diabetic complications such as loss of eyesight (retinopathy), kidney (nephropathy), nerve impairment (neuropathy), diabetic foot ulcer, and healing impaired wounds.

Uses:

• Linagliptin + Metformin assists in enhancing blood sugar regulation in adults suffering from Type 2 Diabetes.
• Linagliptin + Metformin lowers insulin resistance and enhances insulin release.
• Linagliptin + Metformin reduces the blood glucose level, thereby lowering the risk of diabetes complications.

Directions to Use:

• Take Linagliptin + Metformin with or without food as directed by your doctor.
• It is recommended to take Linagliptin + Metformin twice a day; however, take it as directed by your doctor in terms of dosage and duration.
• Take Linagliptin + Metformin whole with a glass of water.
• Don’t crush, chew, or break it.

Storage:

Store these drugs in a cool and dry place. Keep this drug out of the reach of pets and children. Avoid storing this drug in sunlight.

Dosage:

Use this drug with the right dose and at the same time each day as instructed by your doctor. Avoid taking a high dose of this drug; otherwise, it will be harmful to your body.

Side Effects:

• Low blood sugar
• Runny nose
• Sore throat
• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Gas
• Stomach upset
• Indigestion
• General weakness
• Headache

Precautions:

• Food must be taken with Metformin + Linagliptin to reduce the risk of having an upset stomach.
• Take it along with routine exercise and a balanced diet to reduce the blood sugar levels.
• The risk of gaining weight and having low blood sugar is less compared to other diabetes medications.
• Hypoglycemia can happen when used with other antidiabetic drugs, alcohol, or in case of skipping/missing a meal. Keep a source of sugar with you at all times for quick relief.
• Check your blood sugar level regularly when taking this medication.
• Tell your doctor about your diabetes management if you are to undergo any surgery under general anesthesia.
• Inform your doctor at once if you have any rapid or deep breathing, continuous nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain since Metformin + Linagliptin has a rare and very dangerous condition called lactic acidosis, an excess of the acid lactic in the bloodstream.