Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to help control high blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It works by improving insulin action and reducing the amount of sugar produced by the liver.

Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or together with other diabetes medications. It works best when combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise. The dosage depends on your condition, blood sugar levels, and other medications you are taking. Taking it with meals can help minimize the risk of an upset stomach. Take Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Follow the recommended schedule to achieve the best results. Do not make changes to your dosage or stop taking it without consulting your doctor. Continue following the diet and exercise plan recommended by your doctor while using this medicine. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.

The most common side effects of taking this medicine include headache, nausea, dizziness, and skin rash. Some people may experience low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), especially when taking this medicine with other diabetes treatments like insulin or sulfonylureas. If these side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor.

Before taking Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney, liver, or heart disease or any pancreatic issues. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Some medicines can interact and affect the effectiveness of Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet; tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to ensure it is safe for you. Avoid drinking alcohol, as it can lower blood sugar levels. Your doctor will monitor your kidney function and blood sugar levels before and during treatment. Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet should not be used to treat type 1 diabetes.

Uses of Linanext-M Tablet

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Benefits of Linanext-M Tablet

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet helps regulate blood sugar levels, improves the body’s response to insulin, and supports healthy insulin production. This helps improve blood sugar control and enhances overall well-being. When taken in the right dose and duration as the doctor prescribes, it promotes balanced energy levels and helps reduce the risk of long-term complications associated with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Side effects of Linanext-M Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Linanext-M

Nausea
Headache
Dizziness
Vomiting
Fatigue
Skin rash
Abnormal liver function

How to use Linanext-M Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Linanext-M Tablet works

Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: metformin and linagliptin. Metformin is an antidiabetic medication (biguanide). It lowers glucose production in the liver, slows glucose absorption in the intestine, and improves the body's insulin sensitivity. Linagliptin, a DPP-4 inhibitor, increases insulin release from the pancreas and reduces hormones that raise blood sugar levels. This reduces both fasting and post-meal sugar levels. Together, they provide better control of blood sugar.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

CAUTION

Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Linanext-M Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet should be taken with food to lower the chances of having an upset stomach.
Take it along with regular exercise and a healthy diet to help lower blood sugar levels.
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur when taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or by delaying/skipping a meal. Carry a sugar source with you for immediate relief.
Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while on treatment with this medicine.
Inform your doctor about your diabetes treatment if you are due to have any surgery under a general anesthetic.
Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain, as Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.

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Patient concerns

Diabetes mellitus type 2 ,thirst

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

A person can control his or her sugar levels by doing regular exercise and walk or regular aerobic exercises at least 30 to 45 minutes per day.MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL THERAPY THAT IS TO MAINTAIN CALORIES INTAKE AS PER BMI .TAKE HELP OF DIABETIC EDUCATOR. VISIT YOUR DOCTOR AND FOLLOW ALL WHAT DOCTOR SUGGESTED.IN TIME ALL ROUTINE INVESTIGATIONS SHOULD BE DONE.you should not treat it as disease but a start of a healthy life.Uncontrolled sugar levels for long time leads to lower limb weakness which is neuropathy and which is followed by foot ulcers and other complications like kidney or heart problems .online prescription is not allowed without seeing pt.so contact doctor nearby for any change or dose adjustment or visit my clinic at gurgaon sector 52 RdCity snergy multi speciality clinic near SRS MARKET

Diabetes mellitus type 2 required only ayurvedic medicine

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

Go for allopathic medicine

Any latest discoveris for type 1 mellitus Diabetes?

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

Diabetes Ireland is delighted to hear of the Harvard success and congratulate Professor Melton and colleagues on figuring out the complex series of steps necessary to turn stem cells into beta cells. Hopefully, they can negotiate the regulations for mass production so that an abundant supply of beta cells is available an new and innovative methods will be developed to cure/treat Type 1 diabetes. Type I diabetes is an autoimmune condition whereby the body kills off its own beta (insulin producing) cells resulting in the need for daily insulin administration through the skin. Replacing beta cells in the first step towards a cure, but the replaced beta cells need to be protected from the body?s autoimmune response. This means protecting them in a coating or taking drugs to prevent the response (possible worse side effects than diabetes).

I am suffering from type 2 diabetes my current sugar level BSF 166 and PP 225 currently i take amryl m forte 1 tablet once daily

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

It is not good control.A person can control his or her sugar levels by regular exercise and walk or regular aerobic exercises at least 30 to 45 minutes per day.MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL THERAPY THAT IS TO MAINTAIN CALORIES INTAKE AS PER BMI .TAKE HELP OF DIABETIC EDUCATOR. VISIT YOU DOCTOR AND LOW ALL WHAT DOCTOR SUGGESTED.IN TIME ALL ROUTINE INVESTIGATIONS SHOULD BE DONE.you souls not treat it as disease but start of a healthy life.Uncontrolled sugar levels for long time leads to lower limb weakness which is neuropathy and which is followed by foot ulcers and other complications.online prescription is not allowed without seeing pt.so contact doctor nearby for any change or dose adjustment or visit my clinic at gurgaon sector 52 RdCity snergy multi speciality clinic near SRS MARKET

My heart rate is 116 per minute and my ecg shows sinus tachycardia. Is it dangerous ? How to reduce heart rate without medication. I am under medication for hypertension and diabetes since 5 yrs. I am taking telma 40 mg for diabetes and amaryl m 1 mg morning for diabetes. My hb a1c is 6.3. My hb count is 16.4. High hb count and high heart rate is dangerous ? Please advise.

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Cardiology

Add nebicard 2.5mg daily twice

Does the use of Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet cause lactic acidosis?

Yes, the use of Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet can lead to lactic acidosis, which is also known as MALA (metformin-associated lactic acidosis). It is caused by increased levels of lactic acid in the blood. It is a very rare side effect associated with the use of metformin, and therefore, it is avoided in patients with underlying kidney disease, elderly patients, or those who consume large amounts of alcohol. Symptoms of lactic acidosis may include muscle pain or weakness, dizziness, tiredness, feeling cold in arms and legs, difficulty in breathing, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, or slow heart rate. If you have these symptoms, stop taking Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet and immediately consult your doctor.

What are the possible side effects of Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet?

The use of Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet may cause some common side effects like nausea, headache, dizziness, fatigue, vomiting, and skin rash. Patients may also experience hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when taken along with other antidiabetic medicines. It can also lead to a serious but rare side effect known as lactic acidosis. Additionally, its long-term use can also lead to vitamin B12 deficiency.

Are there any specific conditions in which Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet should not be taken?

The use of Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet should be avoided in patients with known allergies to any of the components of this medicine. The use of this medicine should be avoided in patients with severe kidney impairment, liver impairment, congestive heart failure, lactic acidosis, or diabetic ketoacidosis. Therefore, consult your doctor before using Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet.

Is it safe to drink alcohol while I am also taking Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet?

No, it is not safe to take Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet with alcohol. Doing so can increase the chances of lactic acidosis, particularly in cases of fasting, malnutrition, or kidney dysfunction. However, if you are not sure, consult your doctor.

Can the use of Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia?

The use of Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet does not usually cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) on its own. However, it may occur if there is not enough calorie intake while using this medicine. Symptoms of hypoglycemia include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate, and feeling anxious or shaky. The symptoms are more likely to be noticed if you miss or delay your food, drink alcohol, overexercise, or take any other antidiabetic medicine along with it. Hence, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is important. It is recommended to always carry glucose tablets, honey, or fruit juice with you.

Can the use of Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet lead to vitamin B12 deficiency?

Yes, long-term use of Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet can cause vitamin B12 deficiency as it interferes with the absorption of vitamin B12 in the stomach. If untreated, it may cause anemia and nerve problems. These may further cause a tingling sensation and numbness in hands and feet, weakness, urinary problems, change in mental status, and difficulty in maintaining balance (ataxia). Consult your doctor if you experience these symptoms. Your doctor may advise monitoring of B12 levels and prescribe a vitamin B12 supplement if required.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Linanext M 1000mg/2.5mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine tightly closed in the packet or the container it came in. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, or other people.

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