Linapride M 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Linapride M 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Linapride M 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Linapride M 500 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 2.5 mg linagliptin and 500 mg metformin
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 2.5 mg linagliptin and 500 mg metformin

Linapride M 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Linapride M 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Linapride M 500 Tablet may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Linapride M 500 Tablet, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Linapride M 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Linapride M 500 Tablet does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Linapride M 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Linapride M 500 Tablet. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Linapride M 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Linapride M 500 Tablet can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Linapride M 500 Tablet on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Linapride M 500 Tablet on heart. So it is not known whether taking Linapride M 500 Tablet will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Linapride M 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

Linapride M 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Gatifloxacin

Dopamine

Moderate

Clozapine

Linapride M 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Linapride M 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Pancreatitis
Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Linapride M 500 Tablet

Is this Linapride M 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Linapride M 500 Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Linapride M 500 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Linapride M 500 Tablet only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Linapride M 500 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Linapride M 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Linapride M 500 Tablet

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Linapride M 500 Tablet with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Linapride M 500 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Linapride M 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Linapride M 500 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

What are the long term effects of Linapride M 500 Tablet?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

The long-term use can lead to the deficiency of Vitamin B12, which can further lead to megaloblastic anemia. Furthermore, Long-term Metformin use can also lead to kidney and liver problems.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Linapride M 500 Tablet cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Linapride M 500 Tablet can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Linapride M 500 Tablet causes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) especially at night which can cause night sweats. Need to monitor your blood glucose level regularly, and talk to your doctor as your dose of Linapride M 500 Tablet may need to be adjusted.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Linapride M 500 Tablet cause alopecia (hair loss)?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Linapride M 500 Tablet is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Linapride M 500 Tablet type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Linapride M 500 Tablet cause sleep problems?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Linapride M 500 Tablet can cause some sleep problems, especially insomnia. On the other hand, Linapride M 500 Tablet has proven to be useful for preventing sleep apnea. The exact relationship between Linapride M 500 Tablet and sleep problems is still not clear, and further studies are needed for a clearer understanding.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Linapride M 500 Tablet with a beta-blocker?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, you can take Linapride M 500 Tablet with a beta-blocker. People with diabetes tend to develop heart disease or stroke at an earlier age than the general population. One reason for this is that high glucose levels increase your risk of high blood pressure (hypertension). No harmful interactions are seen between them. However, a recent study suggests that beta-blockers can decrease the plasma level of Linapride M 500 Tablet and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.