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food interaction for Linaxa Tablet
alcohol interaction for Linaxa Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Linaxa Tablet
lactation interaction for Linaxa Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Linaxa 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Linaxa 5mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Information regarding the use of Linaxa 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Linaxa 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Linaxa 5mg Tablet
Linagliptin(5mg)
Linaxa 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 linaxa tablet works
Linaxa 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 linaxa tablet
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Cough, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Constipation
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Expert advice FOR Linaxa 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.
- Linagliptin should be taken at the same time every day since this helps you remember to take it.
- Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Linagliptin affects you.
- You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with this medicine.
- 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.
- Chances of weight gain and low blood sugar are lesser as compared to other diabetes medicines.
- Inform your doctor if you notice joint pains or develop symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea and/or vomiting.
- Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while taking this medicine.
Frequently asked questions FOR Linaxa 5mg Tablet
Linagliptin
Q. What is Linaxa 5mg Tablet used for?
Linaxa 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. Linaxa 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. Linaxa 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 Linaxa 5mg Tablet? What if I miss a dose?
Linaxa 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 Linaxa 5mg Tablet bad for kidneys?
No, there is no evidence that Linaxa 5mg Tablet is bad for kidneys. It can be used without any dose adjustment in patients with renal impairment.