OLYMPRIX M 500 TAB

Overview

OLYMPRIX M 500 TAB is a Schedule H antibiotic.

OLYMPRIX M 500 TAB is composed of: LINAGLIPTIN ( ), METFORMIN ( )

Linagliptin is an oral diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. It works by regulating the levels of insulin your body produces after eating. Linagliptin is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This medicine is not for treating type 1 diabetes.

Metformin is an oral diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels.Metformin is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.It works by lowering glucose production in the liver, delaying sugar (glucose) absorption from intestines and increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin.

Usage

LINAGLIPTIN is generally used to treat: Diabetes Type 2

METFORMIN is generally used to treat: Diabetes Type 2
METFORMIN can address symptoms like: Eyes Blurred Vision, Feet Burn, Weight Loss (unintentional)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

OLYMPRIX M 500 TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for OLYMPRIX M 500 TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of inflammation of the pancreas, using insulin, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.  Follow the diet and exercise program as directed by your physician.  Monitor fasting blood glucose and hemoglobin A1c regularly while taking this medication.

• You should not use metformin if you have severe kidney disease or diabetic ketoacidosis.
• You should not use metformin if you are allergic to it.
• Take metformin exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Take metformin with a meal.
• Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow the tablet whole.
• Your blood sugar will need to be checked often, and you may need other blood tests at your doctor’s office.
• Your doctor may have you take extra vitamin B12 while you are taking this medicine.
• It may lead to dehydration; drink plenty of water to avoid this problem.
• Avoid excess dosage.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LINAGLIPTIN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

LINAGLIPTIN : Anxiety, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chills, Confusion, Dizziness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Head Headache, Nausea, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Slurred Speech, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized)
METFORMIN : Diarrhoea, Joint Pain, Skin Rash, Anxiety, Depression, Night Terrors, Seizure, Change In Stools, Unusual Taste In Mouth, Abdomen Discomfort, Cough, Fever, Chills, Body Discomfort, Lower Back Pain, Drowsiness, Chest Discomfort, Confusion, Pale Skin, Labored Breathing, Head Headache, Body Excessive Sweating, Slurred Speech, Shortness Of Breath, Fatigue (tiredness), Body Loss Of Movement, Runny Nose, Sneezing

Serious Side-Effects

METFORMIN : Indigestion, Heartburn, Breathlessness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Rapid Breathing, Pain With Urination, Belching, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Increased Passing Gas, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Upset Stomach

Rare Side-Effects

LINAGLIPTIN : Body Itching, Face Swelling, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing
METFORMIN : Difficulty Concentrating, Unusual Behavior, Restless (tossing And Turning) Sleep

Disease Interactions

METFORMIN can interfere with: Acute Renal Failure, Congestive Heart Disease, Acute Liver Failure, Shock, Myocardial Infarction, Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Anemia, Alcoholism, Adrenal Insufficiency, Panhypopituitarism, Anorexia Nervosa, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Vitamin Deficiency Anemia

Technical Classification

LINAGLIPTIN is categorized as: DIPEPTIDYL PEPTIDASE 4 INHIBITORS / ANTIDIABETIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS
METFORMIN is categorized as: NON-SULFONYLUREAS / ANTIDIABETIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives for OLYMPRIX M 500 TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

OLYMPRIX M 500 TAB

INR 116.97 for 10 TABLETS

METFORMIN , LINAGLIPTIN

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ONDERO MET 2.5MG/1000MG TAB	INR 238 for 10 TABLETS	METFORMIN 1000.0 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG
ONDERO MET 2.5MG/500MG TAB	INR 229 for 10 TABLETS	METFORMIN 500.0 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG
ONDERO MET 850MG/2.5MG TAB	INR 233 for 10 TABLETS	METFORMIN 850.0 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG
ONDEROMET 2.5/500 TAB	INR 238 for 10 TABLETS	METFORMIN 500 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG
TRAJENTA DUO 1000MG/2.5MG TAB	INR 238 for 10 TABLETS	METFORMIN 1000.0 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG
TRAJENTA DUO 2.5/1000 TAB	INR 238 for 10 TABLETS	METFORMIN 1000 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG
TRAJENTA DUO 2.5/500 TAB	INR 238 for 10 TABLETS	METFORMIN 500 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG
TRAJENTA DUO 500MG/2.5MG TAB	INR 229 for 10 TABLETS	METFORMIN 500.0 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG
TRAJENTA DUO 850MG/2.5MG TAB	INR 233 for 10 TABLETS	METFORMIN 850.0 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG