Teniva M Strip Of 20 Tablets
Medical Description
Teniva-M tablet is used to lower the high blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus, along with lifestyle changes. It is a combination of two medicines, Teneligliptin and Metformin. It is an anti-diabetic medicine. This medicine works best when used along with a healthy diet and regular exercise.
Teniva M helps you keep your sugar levels in control and reduce the risk of diabetes complications. Thus, always take this tablet as prescribed by your doctor and at the same time to get optimal benefits. Zita Met Plus 20/500 tablets, Tendia M tablets, Ziten M 20/500mg tablets and Dynaglipt M tablets are a few other medicines with the combination of Teneligliptin and Metformin.
Do not stop taking Teniva-M tablet abruptly, as it may lead to serious health consequences. You may experience the most common side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, headache and low blood sugar level (hypoglycemia). If these side effects worsen, reach out to the nearest clinic.
This medicine should not be used in patients with liver or kidney disease. Thus, it is important to inform your doctor about medical conditions and lifestyle.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹336.16 |
You Save | ₹45.84 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Teneligliptin(20.0 Mg) + Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | Type 2 diabetes mellitus |
Side effects | Nausea, stomach pain,tiredness, too low blood sugar levels |
Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
Uses of TENIVA M STRIP OF 20 TABLETS
Contraindications of TENIVA M STRIP OF 20 TABLETS
- If you are allergic to this medicine or any of the ingredient of this medicine
- If you have liver or severe kidney problems
- If you are an alcoholic
- If you are in a state of diabetic coma due to a sudden rise or drop in blood sugar level
- If you have type1 diabetes mellitus
- If you have a severe infection or you have gone through a surgery
- You have known history of pancreatitis
Side effects of TENIVA M STRIP OF 20 TABLETS
- Low blood sugar level
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Stomach pain
- Flatulence
- Diarrhoea
- Loss of appetite
- Rashes
- Tiredness
Precautions and Warnings of TENIVA M STRIP OF 20 TABLETS
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
- Alcohol lowers blood sugar which can be dangerous and also increases the risk of a serious condition called lactic acidosis
- Alcohol can also increase the risk of developing the serious side effect of pancreatitis
Other General Warnings
- You have a known history of pancreatitis or develop sudden pain in the stomach or back, immediately stop this medicine and report to the hospital.
- You have a liver or heart problem like irregular heartbeat and heart failure.
- You are suffering from persistent diarrhoea, vomiting and loss of body fluids.
- You have serious liver and kidney function problems.
- You have an irregular diet, a habit of excessive alcohol intake and intense exercise.
- You have a history of any abdomen surgery.
- You are using other medicines like Glimepiride because it can cause a drop in blood sugar levels.
- You experience muscle pain, stomach pain, vomiting, breathing difficulty and low body temperature. It could be a serious condition known as lactic acidosis.
- Teniva-M tablet should not be used in children below 18 years of age.
Directions for Use of TENIVA M STRIP OF 20 TABLETS
- Take this medicine as instructed by your doctor
- Take this medicine with or after a meal to reduce its side effects
- Consult your doctor for the appropriate dosage
- Take this tablet as a whole with a glass of water
Storage and disposal of TENIVA M STRIP OF 20 TABLETS
Dosage of TENIVA M STRIP OF 20 TABLETS
Overdose
- In case of an overdose, lactic acidosis may occur
- Symptoms of lactic acidosis are vomiting, stomach and muscle cramps, difficulty in breathing
- You must seek immediate emergency medical care if you suspect an overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of TENIVA M STRIP OF 20 TABLETS
How Does It Work?
Interactions of TENIVA M STRIP OF 20 TABLETS
Interactions with other medicines
- If you need to take an injection of iodine-containing contrast medium into your bloodstream for an X-ray or scan, your doctor will ask you to stop taking this medicine before or at the time of injection....
- You may have symptoms of low blood sugar if you are taking other medicines for diabetes like Metformin, Insulin, Canagliflozin and Liraglutide.
- Medicines used to treat depression, like Phenelzine
- Medicines for fever and pain (salicylates like aspirin)
- Medicines used to treat high blood pressure, like Atenolol, Propranolol and Verapamil
- You may have high blood sugar if you are taking steroids, thyroxine
- Never take this medicine if you are taking medicines like Quinidine, Sotalol, Procainamide and Amiodarone, as it may cause heart rhythm problems and cardiac arrest
Interactions with food items
- Absorption of vitamin B12 appears to be reduced during long-term Metformin therapy and annual screening of serum vitamin B12 levels and red blood cell parameters has been recommended
Content Details
Dr. Abhishek B L
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What kind of food should I include in my diet?
- The diet should be high in fibre and low in fat with adequate protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals.
- Maintain regular meal timings and try to have 2-3 healthy snacks between meals, like soups and salads.
- Include boiled, steamed or baked food.
- Ensure moderate use of edible oils (groundnut oil, olive oil) and very less use of ghee and butter.
- Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water daily.
- Carry a fruit or low-calorie, high-fibre biscuits while travelling.
Q: What should I avoid doing, being a diabetic patient?
- Do not shop when you are hungry; you could be tempted to buy oily and fried food.
- Avoid overeating
- Avoid maida, white bread, potato, noodles, cornflakes, poori, biryani, naan, fried rice, etc.
- Stop having daals with ghee or deep-fried pulses.
- Avoid cream soups, carrot juice, deep-fried vegetables and vegetable curries with excess oil.
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