Linahenz M 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

• If you are allergic to linagliptin and metformin or any other ingredient of this medicine. It should not be used by a patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus. It is not suitable for a patient undergoing the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis. It should be used with caution as age increases.
• If you have any kind of pre-existing medical condition such as kidney or liver impairment, pancreas disorder, etc.

• Low blood sugar level
• Allergic reaction
• Rashes
• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Altered taste

Other General Warnings

• You have any pre-existing medical condition such as liver or kidney-related problem, pancreas disorder, Type 1 diabetes, etc.
• You are already taking any other anti-diabetic medications.
• You suffer from heart problems like irregular heartbeat, heart failure.
• You develop symptoms of lactic acidosis like vomiting, stomach pain, muscle cramps, fatigue, difficulty breathing.
• You notice symptoms like dehydration, vomiting, diarrhoea, fever.
• It is not recommended for patients below 18 years of age and caution is advised while giving it to the elderly, above 80 years.

• It must be taken as directed by the doctor, swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
• It must be taken with or after having a meal. It would be best if you take it at the same time every day for optimal results.

• Store in a cool and dry place, below 30°C.
• Keep it away from children and pets in the original package.

Overdose

• Symptoms of overdose may lead to lactic acidosis (symptoms include stomach discomfort, decreased appetite, diarrhoea, fast or shallow breathing, weakness, etc.). If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, seek medical care immediately.

Missed a Dose

How Does It Work?

• Linahenz M Tablet works by the combined action of both the active ingredients. Metformin works by lowering down the production of glucose in the liver, delaying glucose absorption in the intestine and increasing insulin sensitivity.
• Linagliptin works by increasing the production of insulin from the pancreas and lowering down the hormones that raise the blood sugar levels. Thus, reducing both post-meal and fasting blood sugar levels which helps in maintaining the blood sugar levels.

Interactions with other medicines

• Linahenz M Tablet may interact with other medications and provide an altered response to the treatment. Please inform your doctor if you are undergoing other treatments, over-the-counter medications (that you buy without a prescription) and herbal preparations.
• Simultaneous use of any other anti-diabetic medications such as insulin and Linahenz M Tablet may alter its potency. It may require dose adjustment also.
• Other medicines that should be used with caution are water pills, corticosteroids, thyroxine and medicines which affect the brain functions, anti-tuberculosis medicines, anti-HIV medicines, hypertensive medicines, etc.