Kombiglyze Xr

Utilized to manage type 2 diabetes to support glycaemic control.

Strengths: 5/500 · 5/1000mg

Medicine details

Alternative names

Kombiglyze

Therapeutic class

Dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor and biguanide combination

Pharmacological class

Biguanide; DPP-4 inhibitor

Contraindications

diabetic ketoacidosis; renal impairment; hypersensitivity

Minor side effects

nausea; diarrhoea; gastrointestinal distress

Moderate side effects

urinary tract infection; headache

Dosage forms

Prolonged-release tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Patient summary

Utilized to manage type 2 diabetes to support glycaemic control.

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

AstraZeneca

Onset Time

1–2 weeks

Duration

Ongoing

Storage instructions

Store below 25°C.

Drug interactions

Alcohol; Cimetidine

Age restrictions

Not for children.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Use is not recommended. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.

Precautions and warnings

risk of lactic acidosis; monitor renal function; watch for symptoms of pancreatitis

Serious side effects

lactic acidosis — requires immediate medical attention; pancreatitis — requires immediate medical attention

Mechanism of action

Combines a DPP-4 inhibitor to increase insulin release and a biguanide to decrease hepatic glucose production and improve insulin sensitivity.

Kombiglyze Xr

Utilized to manage type 2 diabetes to support glycaemic control.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Saxagliptin, Metformin
  • Listed indication(s): Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Usually available as

  • 28 tablets - 5/500 mg1478-5-500-mg-17777
  • 28 tablets - 5/1000 mg1478-5-1000-mg-17771