GLYXAMBI 10MG/5MG TAB

Overview

GLYXAMBI 10MG/5MG TAB is a Schedule H antibiotic.

GLYXAMBI 10MG/5MG TAB is composed of: EMPAGLIFLOZIN (10 MG), LINAGLIPTIN (5 MG)

Empagliflozin is an oral diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. Empagliflozin works by helping the kidneys get rid of glucose from your bloodstream.Empagliflozin is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.Empagliflozin is also used to lower the risk of death from heart attack, stroke, or heart failure in adults with type 2 diabetes who also have heart disease.Empagliflozin is not for treating type 1 diabetes.It works by removing excess sugar from your body through urine.Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys.Empagliflozin is a sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor. It works by stopping the reabsorption of glucose by the kidney, increasing glucose excretion from the body, and lowering blood sugar levels.

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

EMPAGLIFLOZIN is generally used to treat: Diabetes Type 2, Heart Attack, Stroke, Heart Failure
EMPAGLIFLOZIN can address symptoms like: Weight Loss (unintentional), Frequent Urination, Increased Thirst, Head Headache, Fever, Eyes Blurred Vision, Irregular Heartbeat

LINAGLIPTIN is generally used to treat: Diabetes Type 2

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

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: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

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

Precautions


  • Empagliflozin is used together with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar and avoids long-term complications.
  • You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Empagliflozin.Empagliflozin also helps reduce weight and blood pressure.
  • Empagliflozin may cause you to urinate more often, so make sure you stay hydrated.Can cause genital fungal and/or urinary tract infections (UTIs) in both females and males.Can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
  • You should not use empagliflozin if you have severe kidney disease or if you are on dialysis, You should not use empagliflozin if you are allergic to it.
  • Empagliflozin is usually taken once per day in the morning.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.You may take empagliflozin with or without food.


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

EMPAGLIFLOZIN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing
LINAGLIPTIN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

EMPAGLIFLOZIN : Muscle Pain, Urinary Tract Infection, Hypoglycemia, Penis Discharge Or Mucus, Penis Swelling, Penis Itching, Penis Pain, Frequent Nighttime Urination, Body Pain, Cough, Loss Of Voice, Nasal Congestion, Nausea, Increased Thirst, Frequent Urge To Urinate
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

EMPAGLIFLOZIN : Hypotension, Acute Renal Failure, Cloudy Urine With Strong Odor, Vagina Discharge Or Mucus, Difficulty Urinating, Pain With Urination, Lower Back Pain, Drowsiness, Confusion, Restless Or Irritability, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Body Excessive Sweating, Vaginal Odor

Rare Side-Effects

EMPAGLIFLOZIN : Seizure, Anxiety, Night Terrors, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chills, Decreased Urination, Lightheadedness, Head Headache, Rapid Breathing, Slurred Speech, Fatigue (tiredness)
LINAGLIPTIN : Body Itching, Face Swelling, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

LINAGLIPTIN can interfere with: Pancreatitis

Technical Classification

EMPAGLIFLOZIN is categorized as: SGLT-2 INHIBITORS / ANTIDIABETIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS
LINAGLIPTIN is categorized as: DIPEPTIDYL PEPTIDASE 4 INHIBITORS / ANTIDIABETIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

GLYXAMBI 10MG/5MG TABINR 710 for 10TABLETSEMPAGLIFLOZIN 10 MG, LINAGLIPTIN 5 MG