Dapagliflozin 10mg and Linagliptin 5mg Tablets
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin is prescribed to control high blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes mellitus for adult patients above 18 years of age.
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin Composition :-
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin Alternative :-
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin Uses :-
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin is an antidiabetic medicine. Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin is used to control type 2 diabetes mellitus (high blood sugar levels) in adult patients above 18 years of age.
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin can be used in patients whose blood sugar level is not satisfactorily controlled by diet and work out, and who cannot tolerate metformin (another antidiabetic medicine).
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin is used to reduce the risk of cardiac death in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin is used alone and in combination with other drugs to control blood sugar for people with type 2 diabetes.
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin is not indicated for use in patients with type 1 diabetes (juvenile diabetes).
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin should not be used for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis.
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin Dosage :-
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin is a prescription medicine. Take Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin as directed by your doctor.
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin can be taken with or without food, and should be swallowed whole and tablets must not be split, crushed, or chewed before swallowing.
Do not take a higher or lower dose than directed by your doctor.
Neverr self-medicate or change the dosage without a doctor's advice.
Do not take 2 or more doses at the same time. Always try to take Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin on regular schedule.
Always take the tablet even if you feel well or your blood sugar level is under control.
Do not stop taking without your doctor's advice. Otherwise, your blood sugar level may rise again. Do not stop taking Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin without asking your doctor.
Because the treatment of diabetes is lifelong.
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin Side-effects :-
Like all medicines, Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin can cause side effects, however not everyone may experience these side effects.
• Genital fungal infection,
Most of these side effects are short term and get resolved with time. Although, if any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get poor, take a doctor's consultation as soon as possible.
How Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin Works :-
Dapagliflozin works by blocking a protein in the kidney Which is called sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (sglt2) inhibitors. SGLT2 is a protein Which absorbs glucose from the urine into the blood flow as it is filtered into the blood kidney.
By blocking the action of SGLT2, dapagliflozin causes the removal of excess glucose through urine, which reduces the level of glucose in the blood.
• Linagliptin is a dipeptidyl peptidase 4 (DPP-4) inhibitors drug. Linagliptin works by increasing the release of insulin (insulin that helps control blood sugar levels). Which helps in reducing the level of blood sugar. Linagliptin also increases the activity of glucagon-like peptide-1, which regulates blood sugar levels.
Thus, Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin that control high blood sugar levels in adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Precautions Warnings :-
• Do not take Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin, if you are allergic to Dapagliflozin & Linagliptin.
• Type 1 Diabetes : Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin is not suggested for use in patients with type 1 diabetes (juvenile diabetes).
• Drinking of alcohol is not suggested during treatment with Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin due to the grown risk of critical adverse effects.
• Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin is not suggested for use in children and adolescents since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
• Before taking Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin, inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or an infection in the urinary tract or if you are taking (diuretic) pills.
• Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin is not intended for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis.
• Pregnant or lactating women should also consult their doctor before taking Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin.
• Blood pressure patients, low-salt diet and low blood pressure patients.
• High cholesterol levels (hypercholesterolemia), patients with a history of urinary tract infection, and people 65 years or older
• Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin as it may increase the risk of some sideeffects.
• Continue to take medicine regularly - treatment for diabetes is lifelong.
• Do not take more than the prescribed dose. And one should try to take it at the same time every day.
• Do not stop taking Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin without asking your
diabetologist doctor otherwise blood sugar may increase.
• Regularly monitor your blood sugar level while taking Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin.
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin Storage :-
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin : Store below 25°C
Classification :-
Drug Name : Dapagliflozin & Linagliptin,
Therapeutics Indiaction : Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
FAQs :-
What is Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin?
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin is a combination of two antidiabetic drug, Dapagliflozin & Linagliptin. Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
How should Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin be taken?
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin can be taken with food or without food. Always try to take Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin on regular schedule. Always take Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin even if you feel well or your blood sugar level is under control. Do not stop taking without your doctor's advice.
What are the side effects of Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin?
Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin can cause some side effects such as, urinary tract infection, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), cough, cold and gnital fungal infection,. Most of these side effects are short term and get resolved with time.
What if I forget to take Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin?
If you miss a dose of Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin, take Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin as soon as you remember. Do not take 2 or more doses at the same time. Always try to take Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin on regular schedule.