Metoglin Tablets 2.5/850 mg

Adult dose

This medication is administered twice a day with meals. 1. If not currently being treated with metformin: Take this medication 2.5/500 mg twice daily, 1 tablet at a time, with a maximum increase to 2.5/1000 mg twice daily, 1 tablet at a time. 2. If blood sugar control is insufficient with metformin monotherapy: Administer 2.5 mg of Linagliptin twice daily and the existing dosage of metformin.

This medication may cause a rare complication known as lactic acidosis; therefore, it should not be used in patients with impaired kidney function or heart disease. Furthermore, it should not be administered to patients allergic to any component of this medication, those with type 1 diabetes, or women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. When used with other diabetes medications that pose a risk of hypoglycemia, careful monitoring of blood sugar changes is necessary, and dosage adjustments may be needed. Elderly patients with reduced kidney function or those with acute illnesses should definitely consult their physician before taking this medication. If receiving iodine contrast agents used in radiographic examinations, it is necessary to discontinue this medication for a certain period before and after the examination and to check kidney function. Patients scheduled for surgery should stop this medication 48 hours prior to the procedure and resume taking it only after normal recovery of kidney function post-surgery. This medication may cause side effects such as gastrointestinal disturbances, abdominal pain, and diarrhea; if symptoms are severe, consulting a physician is advisable. There is a risk of Vitamin B12 deficiency, so patients on long-term use should regularly check their Vitamin B12 levels. If symptoms of acute pancreatitis or bullous pemphigoid appear, immediately discontinue use and inform healthcare professionals. Women planning to become pregnant or already pregnant should consider insulin therapy instead of this medication, and it is advisable for breastfeeding women to avoid this medication as well. It is not recommended for children and those under 10 years of age due to the lack of safety and efficacy data. In cases of overdose, serious side effects like lactic acidosis may occur, so it is crucial to adhere strictly to the prescribed dosage and to seek immediate medical attention in case of abnormal symptoms.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin exfoliation, mucosal pain in the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory difficulty with cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, vision changes, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Nasopharyngitis
• hypersensitivity
• decreased and deficient vitamin B12
• hypoglycemia
• taste disorders
• cough
• decreased appetite
• diarrhea
• constipation
• nausea

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be kept in a tightly closed container. It is best to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Bilateral convex oval film-coated tablets in bright orange color

Package unit

60 tablets (10 tablets/PTP packaging x 6 units)