TRAJENTA DUO 2.5/1000 TAB

Overview

TRAJENTA DUO 2.5/1000 TAB is a Schedule H antibiotic.

TRAJENTA DUO 2.5/1000 TAB is composed of: METFORMIN (1000 MG), LINAGLIPTIN (2.5 MG)

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.


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.

Usage

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

LINAGLIPTIN is generally used to treat: Diabetes Type 2

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?

TRAJENTA DUO 2.5/1000 TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for TRAJENTA DUO 2.5/1000 TAB and its Constituents


  • 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.


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.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LINAGLIPTIN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

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
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)

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

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

Disease Interactions

LINAGLIPTIN can interfere with: Pancreatitis

Technical Classification

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

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily49%
2 Times Daily (1-0-1)15%
Morning13%
Evening10%
Before Sleeping5%

How long was it prescribed?

90 Days51%
30 Days24%
180 Days12%
60 Days7%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

18 to 35yrs2%
35 to 50yrs9%
50 to 60yrs19%
60 to 70yrs40%
70yrs and above31%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females62%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Physician60%
Endocrinologist21%
Cardiologist15%
Neurosurgeon3%
Surgeon1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

TRAJENTA DUO 2.5/500 TAB23%
GLADOR TAB 2MG14%
TELMA 40MG TAB13%
BECOSULES-Z CAP13%
SHELCAL 500MG TAB13%
NOVORAPID VIAL12%
PAN D TAB12%
TELMA 80MG TAB12%
TRIGABANTIN TAB10%
IVABRAD TAB10%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

HBA1C (BIOCHEMISTRY)24%
FBS (BIOCHEMISTRY)23%
PPBS (BIOCHEMISTRY)19%
CBC (HEMATOLOGY)13%
LIPID PROFILE (SCREENING)13%
KFT (SCREENING)12%
URINE R/M (BIOCHEMISTRY)10%

Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?

Diabetic diet (Diet)15%

Available Alternatives for TRAJENTA DUO 2.5/1000 TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ONDERO MET 2.5MG/1000MG TABINR 238 for 10 TABLETSMETFORMIN 1000.0 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG
TRAJENTA DUO 1000MG/2.5MG TABINR 238 for 10 TABLETSMETFORMIN 1000.0 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG
TRAJENTA DUO 2.5/1000 TABINR 238 for 10 TABLETSMETFORMIN 1000 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

OLYMPRIX M 500 TABINR 116.97 for 10 TABLETSMETFORMIN , LINAGLIPTIN
ONDERO MET 2.5MG/500MG TABINR 229 for 10 TABLETSMETFORMIN 500.0 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG
ONDERO MET 850MG/2.5MG TABINR 233 for 10 TABLETSMETFORMIN 850.0 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG
ONDEROMET 2.5/500 TABINR 238 for 10 TABLETSMETFORMIN 500 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG
TRAJENTA DUO 2.5/500 TABINR 238 for 10 TABLETSMETFORMIN 500 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG
TRAJENTA DUO 500MG/2.5MG TABINR 229 for 10 TABLETSMETFORMIN 500.0 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG
TRAJENTA DUO 850MG/2.5MG TABINR 233 for 10 TABLETSMETFORMIN 850.0 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 2.5 MG