Lino-M 2.5 mg+850 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 14.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 420.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 140.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Linagliptin metformin hydrochloride |
| Company | Acme laboratories ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Adjunct to diet and exercise
- Improves glycemic control
- For adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Pharmacology
- Inhibitor of DPP-4
- Increases active incretin hormones
- Stimulates insulin release in a glucose-dependent manner
- Decreases glucagon secretion
- Oral antihyperglycemic drug
- Lowers plasma glucose
- Improves insulin sensitivity
Dosage & Administration
- Individualized dosage
- Maximum recommended dose
- Dose escalation
- Immediate release tablet
- Extended release tablet
- Recommended starting dose
- Dose adjustment
Interaction
- Cationic drugs interaction
- Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors interaction
- Inducers of P-glycoprotein and CYP3A4 Enzymes interaction
- Drugs Affecting Glycemic Control interaction
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with renal impairment
- Contraindicated in acute or chronic metabolic acidosis
- Contraindicated in hypersensitivity to components
Side Effects
- Common side effects: nasopharyngitis and diarrhea
- Increased risk of hypoglycemia when used with sulfonylureas
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Caution in lactating mothers
Precautions & Warnings
- Discontinue in case of lactic acidosis or pancreatitis
- Temporary discontinuation for radiologic studies or surgical procedures
- Monitor Vitamin B12 levels
- Monitoring for lactic acidosis symptoms
- Instructions for alcohol, other medicines, and travel
- Prevention and treatment of hypoglycemia
Overdose Effects
- Supportive measures in case of overdose
- Removal of unabsorbed material from the gastrointestinal tract
- Clinical monitoring
- Supportive treatment
- Hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis for Metformin Hydrochloride overdose
Therapeutic Class
- Combination Oral hypoglycemic preparations
Storage Conditions
- Keep in cool & dry place
- Below 30°C
- Protected from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children