Teniva-M Tablet (Metformin 500mg / Teneligliptin 20mg)

Teniva-M Tablet 20’s belongs to the group of medications called ‘antidiabetic agents’ used to treat Type 2 diabetes mellitus. This medication improves glycaemic control in diabetic patients in those patients who do not react well to Metformin alone.  Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a chronic or life-long condition in which blood sugar or glucose levels rise more than normal. It occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin (metabolizes glucose), or if produced, it cannot function properly in the body.

Teniva-M Tablet 20’s is a combination of two medicines, namely: Metformin and Teneligliptin. Metformin comes into the category of medications known as ‘biguanides’, and it acts by decreasing liver glucose production and intestinal glucose uptake. On the other side, Teneligliptin works by stopping the action of the dipeptidyl Peptidase 4 enzyme, which in turn increases the insulin levels in the body and reduces the glucagon levels. All of these actions reduce sugar levels in the body.

Teniva-M Tablet 20’s is available in oral tablet dosage form. You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. You may experience side-effects of such as nausea (feeling sick), vomiting (falling sick), diarrhea, headache, stomach ache, respiratory infection, weight gain, sweating, palpitations, and vision problems. Some patients experience decline in blood sugar levels lower than normal (hypoglycemia), resulting in sweating, dizziness, headache, confusion, feeling hungry, temporary changes in vision, uneasiness, irritability, and weakness. In such cases, seek medical attention immediately.

Do not take Teniva-M Tablet 20’s if you are allergic to any of its contents. Do not use this medicine if you have heart failure, bladder cancer, or diabetic ketoacidosis (a complication of diabetes). Teniva-M Tablet 20’s may cause ‘lactic acidosis’ (accumulation of lactic acid in the blood), which requires immediate medical attention. The risk increases if you are previously diagnosed with kidney or liver diseases. Do not consume alcohol (risk of lactic acidosis) or fast for prolonged periods (risk of hypoglycemia). Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Teniva-M Tablet 20’s is suggested for the management of type 2 diabetes to be followed with the right diet and exercise. Teniva-M Tablet 20’s is given in combination in patients whose diabetes is not effectively controlled with Metformin alone.  This medicine makes the body more responsive to insulin and helps the body to a normal state.  Metformin tablets are especially advised to release the drug at a slow rate in the body from time to time.

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Teniva-M Tablet 20’s is available in the form of tablets. Usually, your doctor may suggest the lowest dose; after that, the doctor will measure the blood sugar levels and adjust the dose.Tablets: Tablets are swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablets. Take the dose as prescribed by your doctor at a fixed time every day. The doctor may advise you to take it once a day as it is available in the extended-release form.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

• Nausea (feeling sick)
• Vomiting (falling sick)
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Stomach ache
• Respiratory infection
• Weight gain
• Sweating
• Palpitations
• Numbness
• Vision problems