Linabest 5mg Tablet

Tablet
Rs.286for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
1
Unfortunately, we don't have any more items in stock
Report Error

Composition FOR Linabest 5mg Tablet

Linagliptin(5mg)

food interaction for Linabest Tablet

alcohol interaction for Linabest Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Linabest Tablet

lactation interaction for Linabest Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Linabest 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
None
CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Linabest 5mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Information regarding the use of Linabest 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Linabest 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Linabest 5mg Tablet

Linagliptin(5mg)

Linabest tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is used along with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.

How linabest tablet works

Linabest 5mg Tablet is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas and decreasing the hormones that raise blood sugar levels. This reduces the fasting and postmeal sugar levels.

Common side effects of linabest tablet

Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Cough, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Constipation

SUBSTITUTES FOR Linabest Tablet

56 Substitutes
56 Substitutes
Sorted By
RelevancePrice
  • Trajenta 5mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Boehringer Ingelheim
    Rs. 32.80/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 339
    pay 15% more per Tablet
  • Ondero 5mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Lupin Ltd
    Rs. 15.90/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 159
    save 44% more per Tablet
  • Lincreta Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    SCG Healthcare Private Limited
    Rs. 15.30/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 158
    save 47% more per Tablet
  • Lintab 5mg Tablet
    (15 tablets in strip)
    Alteus Biogenics Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 8.33/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 135
    save 71% more per Tablet
  • Liralin Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    USV Ltd
    Rs. 11.40/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 119
    save 60% more per Tablet

Expert advice FOR Linabest Tablet

  • Linagliptin should be taken at the same time every day since this helps you remember to take it.
  • It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
  • Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.
  • Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Linagliptin affects you.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice joint pains or develop symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea and/or vomiting.

Frequently asked questions FOR Linabest 5mg Tablet

Linagliptin

Q. What is Linabest 5mg Tablet used for?
Linabest 5mg Tablet is used to lower blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes. In these patients, the body does not make enough insulin or is not able to use the produced insulin properly. Linabest 5mg Tablet is used in patients whose blood sugar levels cannot be adequately controlled with one oral anti-diabetic medicine. It should be taken along with a balanced diet combined with exercise. Linabest 5mg Tablet may be used together with other anti-diabetic medicines such as metformin, sulphonylureas (e.g. glimepiride, glipizide), empagliflozin, or insulin.
Q. When should I take Linabest 5mg Tablet? What if I miss a dose?
Linabest 5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food at any time of the day. If a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as the patient remembers. A double dose should not be taken on the same day.
Q. Is Linabest 5mg Tablet bad for kidneys?
No, there is no evidence that Linabest 5mg Tablet is bad for kidneys. It can be used without any dose adjustment in patients with renal impairment.
Show More
Q. Is Linabest 5mg Tablet safe to be taken for a long time?
Yes, it is safe to take Linabest 5mg Tablet for a long time. Its long-term use which can be months or even years has not shown any harmful effects.
Q. For how long I have to take Linabest 5mg Tablet? Can I stop the medication?
You should keep taking Linabest 5mg Tablet as directed by your doctor. You may have to take it for the rest of your life depending on how well you can tolerate it. Do not abruptly stop taking the medicine, as it keeps your blood sugar levels under control and prevents health problems which may cause serious problems if left unchecked.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)