How to Take Linagliptin and Metformin Hydrochloride and it's Dose

Creator: Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy
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Written by - Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)

Medically Checked by - Dr. M. Janani Priya, Doctor of Pharmacy

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2024

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with meals as directed by your doctor.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Dose is based on patient’s condition. The recommended dose is 2.5 mg linagliptin/1000 mg metformin hydrochloride twice daily.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with type 1 diabetes, stroke, recent heart attack, shock, severe infection, low blood oxygen levels, kidney or liver problems, and hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Linagliptin and Metformin Hydrochloride

This combination medication contains dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor and biguanide, prescribed for type 2 diabetes in certain patients along with diet and exercise.