Linabest Duo 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet
Rs.158for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Linabest Duo
alcohol interaction for Linabest Duo
pregnancy interaction for Linabest Duo
lactation interaction for Linabest Duo
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Linabest Duo 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Linabest Duo 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet may cause stomach upset if taken on empty stomach.
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Linabest Duo 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet may cause stomach upset if taken on empty stomach.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Linabest Duo 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Linabest Duo 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Linabest Duo 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE
SALT INFORMATION FOR Linabest Duo
Metformin(1000mg)
Uses
Metformin is used in the treatment of .
How it works
Metformin is an anti-diabetic medication (biguanide). It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying the absorption of sugar (glucose) from the intestines, and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin.
Common side effects
Diarrhea, Headache, Vomiting, Nausea, Flatulence, Indigestion, Vitamin B12 deficiency, Abdominal discomfort, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Drug eruptions, Lactic acidosis, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Linagliptin(2.5mg)
Uses
Linagliptin is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus.
. It is used along with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.How it works
Linagliptin 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
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Cough, Constipation, Pancreatic inflammation, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Rash, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Joint pain, Itching, Bullous pemphigoid
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Expert advice FOR Linabest Duo
- You have been prescribed Metformin to control the blood sugar level and reduce the risk of diabetic complications such as heart attacks.
- Chances of weight gain and low blood sugar are lesser with this medicine as compared to other diabetes medicines.
- Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur when taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or on delaying/skipping a meal. Carry a sugar source with you for immediate relief.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as Metformin may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.
- Prolonged use of Metformin may lead to vitamin B12 deficiency which may lead to anemia, causing fatigue, pale skin, shortness of breath or headache. Notify your doctor if you experience any of these as you may require supplements.
- Your doctor will monitor your blood sugar levels and kidney functions regularly while you are taking this medication.
Frequently asked questions FOR Linabest Duo
Metformin
Q. What does Metformin do exactly?
People with type 2 diabetes are not able to make enough insulin or respond normally to the insulin made by their bodies. When this happens, the concentration of sugar/glucose increases in the blood. Metformin acts in several ways to reduce the increased levels of sugar in blood. Metformin decreases glucose production from the liver and decreases absorption of glucose from the intestine after taking food while improving the sensitivity of the body organs and muscles towards insulin. This helps improve the uptake of glucose from the blood. It also helps your body to respond better to the insulin it makes naturally.
Q. Does Metformin cause weight loss?
Yes, Metformin has been shown to cause weight loss in people who are overweight or obese. It may also cause a modest loss in weight in those overweight and obese individuals who are at risk for diabetes. In addition, patients who are sensitive or resistant to insulin may also show weight loss. But, do not start taking this medicine for weight loss on your own. Consult your doctor for the same.
Q. What are the benefits of taking Metformin?
Metformin is one of the first medicines that is given to patients with high blood sugar levels. It helps control blood sugar levels. It promotes the body’s response to the insulin made by the pancreas, decreases the amount of sugar made by the liver and decreases the amount of sugar absorbed by the intestines. Unlike other oral antidiabetic medicines, Metformin when taken alone, rarely causes low blood sugar as it prevents the pancreas from secreting more insulin. In addition to being a great medicine to lower blood sugar levels, it also helps in controlling weight gain.
Linagliptin
Q. What is Linagliptin used for?
Linagliptin 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. Linagliptin 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. Linagliptin 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 Linagliptin? What if I miss a dose?
Linagliptin 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 Linagliptin bad for kidneys?
No, there is no evidence that Linagliptin is bad for kidneys. It can be used without any dose adjustment in patients with renal impairment.