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Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s

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Product Overview

Introduction of Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s

Trajenta Duo 2.5mg/500mg Tablet can be taken with food helps to minimise the chances of stomach discomfort. You should take it periodically, at the same time every day, to make the most benefit of it. You should not avoid taking this medicine until it is advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle is a big part of it. It is also necessary to remain on the diet and exercise schedule prescribed by your doctor when taking this medication.

This medication is not suitable to everyone. Before taking it, you can tell your doctor if you have ever had problems with your kidneys, liver, heart, or pancreas, or if you drink a lot of alcohol. Pregnant or breast-feeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this drug. Some other medicines can affect the functioning of this medication, so tell your doctor about all the medicines you take to make sure you are secure. Before and after treatment, the doctor will monitor your kidney function and blood sugar levels.

How To Use Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s

This medicine is for oral use only. Swallow this medication as a whole with water. Do not chew, crush or break it. It is better to take this medication at a fixed time each day if it is indicated for everyday use.

Brands

Boehringer Ingelheim

Active Ingredient

linagliptin metformin

Manufactured by

Boehringer Ingelheim

Side Effects

As with all medications, you may experience some side effects. Not everyone experiences it. This is not a cause for concern. However, it is so that you are aware of it.

Almost all of the side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as the body responds to the medication. Consult the doctor if they continue or if you are concerned about them.

The most common side effects of taking this medication include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, headache, blocked nose (nasal congestion) and sore throat. Low blood sugar is a probable side effect if you already take other medications for diabetes, such as insulin, glimepiride or sulphonylurea.So you need to know how to recognise it and deal with it.

Low sugar level, Severe joint pain, Rash, Mouth ulcer, Diarrhea, Cough

Cough or hoarseness, Decreased appetite, Diarrhea, Dyspnea, Upper respiratory tract infection, Nausea, Vomiting, Flatulence, Heartburn/dyspepsia, Abdominal distention, Constipation.

Warning Precautions

Alcohol Warning (Not Advisable)

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s as there is no information regarding Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s interactions.It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s. Alcohol intoxication can increase the risk of lactic acidosis particularly in case of fasting, malnutrition or hepatic impairment.

Pregnancy Warning (Limited Data)

Use of Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s should be avoided during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown no adverse effects on the fetus, and it is not yet being studied in pregnant women.Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s should be safe to use during pregnancy because either animal or human studies have not shown any adverse effects on the fetus, however, uncontrolled hyperglycemia in people with PCOS can increase the risk of congenital abnormalities and intrauterine death.

Breastfeeding Warning (Not Advisable)

A risk to nursing infant cannot be excluded as there is no information regarding the excretion in human milk. Therefore, Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human studies suggest that Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s does not represent a significant risk to the baby when used during pregnancy. In regards to limited data, please consult your doctor to decide on discontinuation of breastfeeding or Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s.

Driving Warning (Not Advisable)

Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive. Nevertheless, patients should be alerted to the risk of low blood sugar if it is taken with sulphonylurea or insulin.Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Kidney Warning (High Risk)

Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s can be used in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease, especially in patients with creatinine clearance less than 60mL/min. Patients with severe kidney disease has high risk to get lactic acidosis. Dose adjustment of Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s and regular check up to monitor renal function may be needed. Please consult your doctor before consumption.

Liver Warning (Use With Care)

Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s can be used with caution in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s should be used with caution in patients with liver disease due to increased risk of lactic acidosis. Hence liver function test should be done before initiating Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s. Discontinuation of Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s may be needed if there is deterioration of liver function. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Trajenta Duo 2.5mg/500mg The tablet should be taken with food to minimise the chance of stomach upset.
Take it in addition to daily exercise and a balanced diet to maintain blood sugar levels.
The risks of weight gain and low blood sugar are smaller relative to other medicines for diabetes.
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) may occur when taken along with other antidiabetic medications, alcohol or when a meal is delayed or skipped. Carry a source of sugar with you for immediate relief.
Track the blood sugar level periodically when taking this medication.
Tell your doctor if you have a general anaesthetic operation if you are in diabetes treatment.
Tell your doctor immediately if you experience deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain as Trajenta Duo 2.5mg/500mg Tablet can cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in your blood.

What If You Forget To Take

If you miss a dose of Trajenta Duo 2.5mg/500mg 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.

FAQ

Does Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s cause weight gain?

No, instead Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s has been shown to cause modest weight loss in diabetic patients and individuals who are at risk for diabetes. However, do not start taking this medicine for weight loss on your own as Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s has not been approved to be taken solely for this reason. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any kind of medication.

Does Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s cause hypoglycaemia?

Hypoglycaemia does not usually happen with Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s. However, it may occur when other glucose controlling medications are added to your therapy due to suboptimal control of your blood glucose levels.

References

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Disclaimer

Information last updated on: Wed Nov 20 2024 15:03:10 GMT+0800 (Malaysia Time) The product images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the product.

The content provided on this webpage is to provide information only, to be fully-interpreted by a medical professional, and not intended as a guide to make purchase decisions, or a substitute to advice of a medical professional. Effectiveness and side effects of medication may differ from individual to individual. We do not encourage any customer to self-diagnose and/or self-medicate. Patients should always consult a medical professional before taking or using any medication. The content provided here is non-exhaustive and may not cover all aspects of the medication. Our service should only be used to support the doctor-patient dynamic, not replace it.

The fulfilment of prescription medication is subject to our review of a prescription issued by a Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) registered doctor. If required, we will provide a tele-consult service with one of our registered panel doctors. This is not an advertisement of a medicine as such an advertisement would require prior approval from the Medicines Advertisement Board of Malaysia. Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s is available in many areas in Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Bintang, Titiwangsa, Setiawangsa, Wangsa Maju, Kepong, Segambut, Bandar Tun Razak, Cheras, Subang Jaya, Petaling Jaya, Mont Kiara, Puchong, Bandar Sunway, TTDI, Seri Kembangan, Klang, Bukit Tinggi, Damansara, Sentul, Penang, George Town, Jelutong, Gelugor, Bayan Baru, Bandar Baru Air Itam, Sungai Ara, Bukit Mertajam, Butterworth, Perai, Johor Bahru, Skudai, Bukit Indah, Gelang Patah, Senai, Pasir Gudang, Taman Daya, Taman Molek, Taman Perling, Tebrau, Danga Bay, Larkin, Nusajaya, Pontian, Masai, Setia Tropika, Desaru, Tampoi.

Trajenta Duo 2.5/500mg Tablet 60s is available at many places in Singapore. Ang Mo Kio, Alexandra, Admiralty, Bedok, Bishan, Bukit Batok, Bukit Merah, Bukit Panjang, Bukit Timah, Boat Quay, Buona Vista, Beach Road, Bugis, Balestier, Boon Lay, Central Area, Choa Chu Kang, Clementi, Chinatown, Commonwealt, City Hall, Clarke Quay, Changi Airport, Changi Village, Clementi Park, Dairy Farm, Eunos, East Coast, Farrer Park, Geylang, Hougang, Harbourfront, Holland, Jurong, Jurong East, Jurong West, Kallang/ Whampoa, Lim Chu Kang, Marine Parade, Marina, Macpherson, Mandai, Newton, Novena, Orchard, Pasir Ris, Punggol, Potong Pasir, Paya Lebar, Queenstown, Raffles Place, Rochor, River Valley, Sembawang, Sengkang, Serangoon, Serangoon Rd, Seletar, Tampines, Toa Payoh, Tanjong Pagar, Telok Blangah, Tanglin, Thomson, Tuas, Tengah, Upper East Coast, Upper Bukit Timah, Upper Thomson, Woodlands, West Coast, Yishun, Yio Chu Kang.

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