Xenglu-Met 12.5mg/500mg

Xenglu Met Tablet Uses

Xenglu-Met is an antidiabetic medication used to lower blood glucose levels. Xenglu-Met is a combination of two active ingredients, Empagliflozin and Metformin. It is often prescribed when metformin is not effective alone.

Xenglu-Met 12.5mg/500mg formula

• Metformin
• Empagliflozin

Available forms

• Tablets

Risks and warnings

You should know the risks and warnings of Xenglu Met to prevent its misuse.

There are some specific circumstances under which the use of certain medications is contraindicated or considered dangerous. So when taking any medicine, it's always a good practice to familiarize yourself with its risks and warnings.

The risks and warnings associated with Xenglu Met are:

1. Pregnancy

You might need to take Xenglu-Met during pregnancy if you have gestational diabetes. However, you should still consult your doctor before using it.

2. Breastfeeding

If you are breastfeeding, do not use Xenglu-Met before prior approval from your healthcare provider.

How to use Xenglu-Met 12.5mg/500mg?

• Swallow it whole with a glass of water
• Take it half an hour before food intake
• Do not crush or chew the tablet
• Do not exceed the prescribed dosage

Xenglu Met Side Effects

Following are the common side effects of Xenglu Met:

• Hypoglycemia
• GI upset
• Taste disturbance
• Abnormal liver function tests
• Hepatitis
• Skin reactions
• Reduced B12 absorption
• Lactic acidosis (rare)

Drug Interactions

Xenglu-Met can interact with the following medications:

• Acetazolamide
• Diatrizoate
• Dichlorphenamide
• Ethanol
• Gatifloxacin
• Iodamide
• Iodipamide
• Iodixanol
• Iohexol
• Iomerol
• Iopamidol
• Iopromide
• Iothalamate
• Ioversol
• Ioxaglate
• Ioxilan
• Methazolamide
• Metrizamide
• Topiramate
• Zonisamide

Storage Conditions

• Store the medicine at room temperature
• Keep out of reach and sight of children
• Protect it from sunlight and moisture