Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR
strip of 10.0 tablet.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Metformin (500mg) + Teneligliptin (20mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Anax Lifescience |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines that control high blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines that control high blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This helps prevent serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage and blindness and may also reduce your chances of having a heart attack or stroke.
Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines:
Is Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR safe for use?
Yes, Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR is safe to use when taken as directed by a doctor and for the prescribed duration. However, it may cause common side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach upset, headache, nasal congestion, sore throat, respiratory tract infection, and hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level). If you experience any persistent problems while taking this medicine, inform your doctor.
Can Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR cause low blood sugar levels?
Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR alone does not usually cause low blood sugar levels. However, if there is insufficient calorie intake or if other diabetes medications are taken along with it, hypoglycemia can occur. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is essential, and symptoms such as nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate, and feeling anxious or shaky should be reported to your doctor.
Are nausea and vomiting side effects of Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR?
Yes, the use of Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR can cause nausea and vomiting. If vomiting persists, drink plenty of water or other fluids by taking small frequent sips. Consult a doctor if you notice signs of dehydration such as dark colored and strong-smelling urine and low frequency of urination.
Are there any specific contraindications for Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR?
The use of Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR is not recommended in patients with known allergies to the components or excipients, severe kidney impairment, liver impairment, congestive heart failure, lactic acidosis, or diabetic ketoacidosis.
Can Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR cause lactic acidosis?
Yes, the use of Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR can lead to lactic acidosis (MALA), a rare side effect associated with metformin. Symptoms include muscle pain or weakness, dizziness, tiredness, feeling of cold in arms and legs, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, or slow heart rate. If you experience these symptoms, stop taking Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR and consult your doctor.
Does long-term use of Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR cause Vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, the long-term use of Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR can lead to Vitamin B12 deficiency due to interference with its absorption in the stomach. Deficiency symptoms include anemia and nerve problems, causing a tingling sensation and numbness in hands and feet, weakness, urinary problems, change in mental status, and difficulty maintaining balance (ataxia). Consult your doctor if you experience these symptoms.
How should Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR be stored?
Store Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR in the original container or pack it came in, tightly closed. Dispose of any unused medicine properly to avoid consumption by pets, children, and other people.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
- Inform your doctor about your diabetes treatment if you are due to have surgery under a general anesthetic.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR.
Breastfeed
Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Tenihop-M 500 Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
