Tenlimac M 1000 Tablet (Metformin 1000mg / Teneligliptin 20mg)

Medical Description

Tenlimac M 1000 Tab 10’S is a combination of Teneligliptin and Metformin as an antidiabetic.

Uses of Tenlimac M 1000 Strip Of 10 Tablets

It is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus along with an appropriate diet and exercise

Contraindications of Tenlimac M 1000 Strip Of 10 Tablets

If you are allergic to this medicine or any of the ingredient of this medicine
If you have liver or severe kidney problems
If you are an alcoholic
If you are in a state of diabetic coma due to a sudden rise or drop in blood sugar level
If you have type1 diabetes mellitus
If you have a severe infection or you have gone through a surgery
You have known history of pancreatitis

Side effects of Tenlimac M 1000 Strip Of 10 Tablets

Low blood sugar level, be watchful for symptoms of low blood sugar like trembling, sweating, anxiety, blurred vision, tingling lips, paleness, irritability or confusion
Nausea
Constipation
Stomach pain
Flatulence, polyps in stomach
Diarrhoea, loss of appetite
Rashes, itching, allergy
Tiredness
Abnormal urine and liver test reports
Inflammation in pancreas
Decrease of vitamin B12
Lactic acidosis (too much acid in the body)

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
If you have known history of pancreatitis or develop sudden pain in the stomach or back, immediately stop this medicine and report to the hospital
If you have a liver or heart problem like irregular heartbeat and heart failure
If you are suffering from continuous diarrhoea, vomiting and loss of body fluids
If you have serious liver and kidney function problems
If you have an irregular diet, habit of excessive alcohol intake and intense exercise
If you have a history of any abdomen surgery
If you are using other medicines like Glimepiride because it can cause a drop in blood sugar level
If you experience muscle pain, stomach pain, vomiting, breathing difficulty and low body temperature. It could be a serious condition known as lactic acidosis

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Mode of Action of Tenlimac M 1000 Strip Of 10 Tablets

How Does It Work?
Teneligliptin in this medicine works by increasing insulin secretion from the pancreas by inhibiting the enzyme dipeptidyl peptidase 4 (DPP4), whereas Metformin decreases the production of glucose from the liver, the amount of glucose absorbed from the intestine and increases insulin sensitivity.

Directions for Use of Tenlimac M 1000 Strip Of 10 Tablets

Take this medicine as instructed by your doctor
Take this medicine with or after a meal to reduce its side effects
Consult your doctor for the appropriate dosage
Take this tablet as a whole with a glass of water

Interactions of Tenlimac M 1000 Strip Of 10 Tablets

Interactions with other medicines
If you need to take an injection of iodine-containing contrast medium into your bloodstream, for an X-ray or scan, your doctor will ask you to stop taking this medicine before or at the time of injection
You may have symptoms of low blood sugar if you are taking other medicines for diabetes like Metformin, Insulin, Canagliflozin and Liraglutide
Medicines used to treat depression like Phenelzine
Medicines for fever and pain (salicylates like aspirin)
Medicines used to treat high blood pressure like Atenolol, Propranolol and Verapamil
You may have high blood sugar if you are taking steroids, thyroxine
Never take this medicine if you are taking medicines like Quinidine, Sotalol, Procainamide and Amiodarone as it may cause heart rhythm problems and cardiac arrest
Interactions with food items
Absorption of vitamin B12 appears to be reduced during long-term Metformin therapy and annual screening of serum vitamin B12 levels and red blood cell parameters has been recommended

Storage and disposal of Tenlimac M 1000 Strip Of 10 Tablets

Store this medicine below 25°C.

Dosage of Tenlimac M 1000 Strip Of 10 Tablets

Overdose
In case of an overdose, lactic acidosis may occur
Symptoms of lactic acidosis are vomiting, stomach and muscle cramps, difficulty in breathing
You must seek immediate emergency medical care if you suspect an overdose
Missed a Dose
If you missed a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.