Generic

Lijenta-M 500 combines Linagliptin and Metformin Hydrochloride to manage blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes.

Description

Lijenta-M 500 is an oral medication prescribed as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults suffering from type 2 diabetes mellitus, where both Linagliptin and Metformin Hydrochloride are appropriate for use.

Benefits

This medication aids in controlling high blood sugar, which helps prevent serious complications such as kidney damage, and blindness, and reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Ingredients

Lijenta-M 500 contains Linagliptin 2.50 mg and Metformin Hydrochloride 500 mg.

Uses and Doses

The dosage should be individualized based on effectiveness and tolerability. The recommended starting dose is Linagliptin 2.5 mg with Metformin 500 mg twice daily with meals.

Side Effects

Common side effects include diarrhea, nasopharyngitis, and a higher risk of hypoglycemia when combined with other diabetes medications like sulfonylureas.

How to Use

Take Lijenta-M 500 as prescribed by your doctor, with meals to minimize gastrointestinal side effects. Do not chew, crush, or break the tablets.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Use during pregnancy only if needed and after consulting a healthcare provider. Caution is advised when administered to a lactating mother.

Precautions and Warnings

Discontinue if pancreatitis is suspected, and temporarily stop the medication in patients undergoing radiologic studies involving iodinated contrast materials.

Safety Information

Patients should be monitored for lactic acidosis, and renal impairment, and maintain a regular check on blood sugar levels.

Indications

Indicated for the improvement of glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes as part of a broader treatment plan including diet and exercise.

Pharmacology

Linagliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor, while Metformin Hydrochloride is a biguanide, each working through different mechanisms to reduce blood sugar levels.

Therapeutic Class

Combination oral hypoglycemic preparations.

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool and dry place below 30°C, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.