Dapagliflozin + Teneligliptin + Metformin
Information about Dapagliflozin + Teneligliptin + Metformin
Dapagliflozin + Teneligliptin + Metformin Uses
Dapagliflozin+Teneligliptin+Metformin is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
How Dapagliflozin + Teneligliptin + Metformin works
Each of the active components of Dapagliflozin + Teneligliptin + Metformin works in different ways to help control blood sugar levels. Dapagliflozin lowers blood sugar by causing the kidneys to get rid of more glucose in the urine. Teneligliptin is a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor which works by increasing the release of insulin from pancreas and decreasing the hormones that raise blood sugar levels. Metformin is an antidiabetic medication (biguanide). It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from intestines and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin.
Common side effects of Dapagliflozin + Teneligliptin + Metformin
Vaginal yeast infection, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Urinary tract infection, Diarrhea, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting
Available Medicine for Dapagliflozin + Teneligliptin + Metformin
Zita DMGlenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹2251 variant(s)
Expert advice for Dapagliflozin + Teneligliptin + Metformin
- You have been prescribed this combination medicine as it can control blood sugar better than metformin alone.
- Take it in addition to regular exercise and a healthy diet to lower levels of blood sugar.
- Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
- Chances of weight gain and low blood sugar are lesser as compared to other diabetes medicines.
- Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor about your diabetes treatment if you are due to have surgery under a general anesthetic.
- 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.
- It can cause genital fungal and/or urinary tract infections (UTIs) in both females and males, so practice good hygiene.