Linapil-D 10 Tablet
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Alkem Laboratories Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Dapagliflozin (10mg) + Linagliptin (5mg) |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | ANTI DIABETIC |
User Rating | 4.5 |
User Reviews | 781 |
FAQ
Linapil-D 10 Tablet Reviews
Linapil-D 10 may be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of the treatment will be decided by your doctor. Do not stop taking it without asking your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and put you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage and blindness. This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.
The most common side effects of this medicine include vaginal yeast infection, nasopharyngitis, urinary tract infections, hypoglycemia, dizziness, and weakness. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects persist or get worse. Additionally, maintaining good hygiene can help prevent development of fungal infections in the genital area.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a urinary tract infection or if you are on water pills (diuretics). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.
How Linapil-D 10 Tablet Works
How to Use Linapil-D 10 Tablet
Benefits of Linapil-D 10 Tablet
- In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus: Linapil-D 10 is a medicine that helps control high blood glucose (sugar) levels in patients with diabetes. Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. Controlling blood glucose levels helps prevent serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, blindness, and may reduce your chance of having a heart attack or stroke. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. Continue taking the medicine for as long as it is prescribed.
Uses of Linapil-D 10 Tablet
- Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Linapil-D 10 Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
- Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Linapil-D 10 affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you notice joint pains or develop symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea and/or vomiting.
- Linapil-D 10 should be taken at the same time every day since this helps you remember to take it.
- Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.
References
- Linagliptin [Product Information]. Ridgefield, CT: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2020.
- Linagliptin+Dapagliflozin [Product Information]. La Renon Healthcare Private Limited.
- Dapagliflozin [Prescribing Information]. Wilmington, DE: AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP; 2020.