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Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TabletS
Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TabletS
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Composition :

LINAGLIPTIN-2.5MG + METFORMIN-500MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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About Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet

Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet 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 cannot act on the body's organs.

Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet contains Linagliptin (DPP4 inhibitors) and Metformin (Biguanide). Linagliptin is a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor that blocks the action of DPP-4, an enzyme that destroys the hormone incretin that helps the body produce more insulin only when required. It also reduces the amount of sugar produced by the liver when not needed. Metformin functions by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from the intestines and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. Together, it prevents blood glucose levels from rising to very high levels after meals.

Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet should be taken at the same time of the day each time for the best results. Your doctor will decide what dose should be taken for better advice, which can change quickly depending on your condition. The most common side effect of Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet is hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels) characterized by dizziness, sweating, palpitations, hunger pangs, dry mouth, skin, etc. So to avoid hypoglycemia, you should not miss meals and should carry some form of sugar along with you. Other side effects include taste change, nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, and upper respiratory symptoms.

Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet should not be stopped even if you feel better without consulting your doctor as the sugar level keeps changing. If you stop taking Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet abruptly, it may increase your sugar levels which could further increase the risk of eyesight loss (retinopathy), kidney (nephropathy), and nerve damage (neuropathy). Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet should not be taken if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus or severe kidney or liver disease. Please inform your doctor if you have heart disease or are planning to get pregnant or breastfeed.

Uses of Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet helps your pancreas produce more insulin, make effective insulin utilization, and decrease the excess sugar that your liver makes. It helps control the rise of blood sugar levels in your body after a meal. Besides this, it does not cause weight gain in prolonged use. Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet 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.

Storage

Keep out of sight and reach of children.

Drug Warnings

Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes or with diabetic ketoacidosis. Some diabetic patients, while taking Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet , 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 Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet , tell your doctor if you’ve ever had pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), kidney disease, and low vitamin B12 level. Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet , 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 Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet in this case. A prolonged intake of Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet 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 Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet should be stopped for a short time before having an X-ray procedure.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MetforminIocarmic acid
Critical
MetforminIobitridol
Critical

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MetforminIocarmic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet and Iocarmic acid can increase the risk of lactic acidosis (when the body produces too much lactic acid).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet with Iocarmic acid is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction. please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIobitridol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet and Iobitridol can increase the risk of lactic acidosis (when the body produces too much lactic acid).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet with Iobitridol is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction. Please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIocetamic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet and Iocetamic acid can increase the risk of lactic acidosis (when the body produces too much lactic acid).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet with Iocetamic acid is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIotroxic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Iotroxic acid with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet with Iotroxic acid is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIopamidol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Iopamidol with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet with Iopamidol is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
MetforminIohexol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Iohexol with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet with Iohexol is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIofendylate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Iofendylate with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet with Iofendylate is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIoglicic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Ioglicic acid with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet with Ioglicic acid is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIomeprol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Iomeprol with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet with Iomeprol is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
MetforminIoversol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Ioversol with Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet with Ioversol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Fill your half plate with starchy veggies, a quarter with proteins, and a quarter with whole grain.
  • Eat at regular intervals. Do not take a long gap between a meal or snack.
  • Monitor your blood sugar level regularly, especially when there are lots of fluctuations.
  • Invest at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity or one hour and 15 minutes of high-intensity exercise weekly.
  • Lose weight gradually to achieve a healthy body mass index (18.5 to 24.9).
  • Replace refined carbohydrates containing whole-grain foods and increase the intake of fruits, veggies, and other fibre-enriched foods.
  • Reduce saturated fat (or hidden fats) intake in food like chips, crisps, pastries, biscuits, and samosas. Choose omega-3 fatty acid-containing oils for daily cooking. For frying, you can use palm oil, mustard oil, groundnut oil, rice bran oil, and safflower oil.
  • Do not take stress as it may elevate your blood sugar level. You can adopt stress management techniques like mindfulness to control stress-related blood sugar changes.
  • Opt for low-fat dairy products (low-fat yoghurt, fat-free milk, cheese, etc.).
  • Keep your blood pressure as normal (140/90) as possible as it reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases in diabetes patients.

Side Effects of Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet

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

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDIABETICS

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Disease/Condition Glossary

Type 2 diabetes is a condition where the body cannot make sufficient insulin, or the insulin that it makes doesn't work properly or is utilized by our body. This can cause high blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia). Type 2 diabetes symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination at night, slow wound healing, increased hunger, fatigue, and blurred vision. There may be weight gain in some cases, while weight loss may be observed in rare cases. The complication of type 2 diabetes also includes neuropathy (nerve problems), nephropathy (kidney problems), and retinopathy (damaged retina of eyes or blindness), loss of limbs, sexual dysfunction, and increase the chance of heart attack or stroke.

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Alcohol

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It is best to avoid alcohol while taking Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor for advice before using Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor for advice before using Linaxa M 2.5/500 Tablet .

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Driving

Caution

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.

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Liver

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

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Kidney

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

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Children

Caution

It is advisable to consult a doctor before using it.

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