Description
Teneligliptin & Metformin Hydrochloride Sustained Release Tablets are available with the brand name “GLIPNEXT-M” and are employed in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes mellitus is referred to as non-insulin-dependent diabetes or adult-onset diabetes. It is a condition where blood glucose levels are elevated due to insulin deficiency, insulin resistance, or both.
Teneligliptin & Metformin Hydrochloride Sustained Release Tablets is a drug combination of Teneligliptin and Metformin hydrochloride. Teneligliptin exerts its action by inhibiting the activity of the dipeptidyl peptidase-4 enzyme, thereby causing an increase in the body's insulin level and a decrease in the glucagon level. Metformin hydrochloride exerts its action by suppressing the production of glucose in the liver and the absorption of glucose in the intestine. When combined, this composition regulates blood sugar levels.
Medical Benefits
- This drug is recommended for type 2 diabetes management, to be accompanied by proper diet and exercise.
- Teneligliptin acts by inhibiting the activity of the dipeptidyl peptidase-4 enzyme, thus enhancing the insulin level in the body and decreasing the glucagon level.
- Metformin hydrochloride functions by suppressing the production of glucose in the liver and glucose absorption by the intestine.
Directions for Use
- This medication can be taken with food to reduce stomach upset.
- It is recommended to take it once daily at the same time each day. However, your doctor may adjust the dose based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
- Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water.
- Do not break, chew, or crush it.
Storagе
- Place thе Teneligliptin & Metformin Hydrochloride Sustained Release Tablets at rооm tеmpеraturе.
- Kееp thеm аwау frоm еxcеssivе hеat, moisturе, аnd light.
- Fоllоw thе storagе instructions rеprеsеntеd оn thе mеdication's packaging.
- Mаkе shurе thе mеdication іѕ kеpt out оf rеасh оf childrеn аnd pеts.
- Chеck thе spеcific storagе guidеlinеs providеd with thе prеscription or as dirеctеd by thе pharmacist.
Precautions
- It can interact with antibiotics (rifampicin, tetracycline, clarithromycin), antifungal (fluconazole), other oral antidiabetics, and drugs used to treat gout (probenecid).
- Consumption of excessive alcohol can increase the likelihood of a life-threatening condition called lactic acidosis.
- Let your doctor know if you have heart diseases (congestive heart failure and myocardial infarction), vitamin B12 deficiency, alcoholism, type I diabetes, bladder cancer, oedema (fluid retention), liver disease, premenopausal anovulation, obesity (weight gain), or anaemia.
- It can influence your capacity to drive, so drive or use machines only when you are not sleepy.
- This drug shouldn't be used in children without the advice of the physician.
- Teneligliptin & Metformin Hydrochloride Sustained Release Tablets can reduce the levels of vitamin B12, so routine blood tests should be taken to monitor any deficiency in vitamins.
Side Effects
- Constipation
- Bloating
- Flatulence
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Loss of appetite
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the tablets used for?
They are to manage high blood sugar in individuals with type 2 diabetes.
Can these be used in type 1 diabetes?
No, they are not for type 1 diabetes or exclusive insulin therapy.
Is this medication good in newly diagnosed diabetes?
Yes, it can be started early, combined with diet and exercise, for type 2 diabetes.
Can it benefit if my sugar is not managed by metformin alone?
Yes, Teneligliptin is beneficial in bringing sugar control when metformin fails alone.
Is it beneficial for obese diabetes patients?
Yes, metformin benefits by decreasing sugar and can also aid in weight management.
Will it cut down fatigue due to high sugar?
Yes, sugar control can reduce weakness and fatigue.
Can patients with heart disease take this medication?
It can be safely taken in heart patients, with caution only under the doctor's guidance.
Is it safe for kidney patients?
It must be used cautiously in kidney disease and can be avoided if severe.
Does it prevent diabetes complications?
Yes, it can reduce the chance of nerve, kidney, and eye damage by keeping sugar under control.