Ondero 5mg Tablet
Ondero 5 mg tablet is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus in addition to diet and exercise to improve blood glucose levels. It contains linagliptin as an active ingredient. It works by stimulating insulin release and decreasing the release of glucose in the bloodstream. Diabetes is a critical health condition and if not treated properly can lead to other complications and also affect other organs including the eyes-, kidneys and nerves. Thus it is advised to follow a healthy lifestyle and diet along with taking antidiabetic medicines regularly. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting Ondero 5 mg.
Uses of Ondero 5 MG
Ondero 5 mg tablet is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve blood glucose levels.
Contraindications of Ondero 5 MG
If you are allergic to linagliptin or any other component of Ondero 5 mg tablet.
Side effects of Ondero 5 MG
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Feeling shaky
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Sweating
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Anxiety
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Blurred vision
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Fast heartbeat
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Paleness
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Mood change
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Confusion
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Numbness of lips
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Feeling lightheaded
Precautions and Warnings of Ondero 5 MG
Pregnancy
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Can I take Ondero 5 mg tablet during pregnancy?
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Due to limited information available on the safety of Ondero 5 mg tablet in pregnancy. Hence as a precautionary measure, it should not be used during pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
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Can I take Ondero 5 mg tablet while breastfeeding?
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Discuss with your doctor if you can breastfeed while taking Ondero 5 mg tablet as this medicine may pass in the breast milk.
Driving
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Can I drive if I have consumed Ondero 5 mg tablet?
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Ondero 5 mg tablet has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines. However, you should always carry sugar candy or fast-acting sugar while driving to take care of a sudden drop in blood glucose. Check your blood sugar before going for a long drive.
Alcohol
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Can I consume alcohol with Ondero 5 mg tablet?
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Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Ondero 5 mg tablet. It can reduce the ability of your body to recover from a sudden drop in blood glucose during episodes of hypoglycemia. Moreover, it also adds extra calories and can increase your weight if you go for binge drinking too often.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
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Your body does not produce any insulin (type 1 diabetes) or diabetic ketoacidosis (a complication of diabetes with high blood sugar, rapid weight loss, nausea or vomiting).
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You are taking other antidiabetics such as glimepiride, glipizide, your doctor reduce your medicine dose to avoid your blood glucose going too low.
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You had an allergy due to the use of antidiabetic medicines or have or ever had a disease of the pancreas.
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You experience blistering of the skin, it may be a sign of a condition called bullous pemphigoid.
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Diabetic skin lesions are a common complication of diabetes, follow recommendations for skin and foot care suggested by your doctor or nurse.
Mode of Action of Ondero 5 MG
How Does It Work?
Type 2 diabetes is a condition where your body is unable to produce a hormone, insulin. Insulin is responsible for glucose metabolism and helps your body utilise glucose for energy. Linagliptin works by inhibiting the action of an enzyme. It stimulates the release of insulin from the pancreas and reduces glucagon release (glucogon has opposite action to insulin, increases blood glucose levels). These two actions together reduce the release of glucose and help in controlling the raised blood glucose levels.
Directions for Use of Ondero 5 MG
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Ondero 5 mg tablet should be consumed in the correct dose and for the exact duration as directed by your doctor.
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Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
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It can be taken with or without food.
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It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
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You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Ondero 5 MG
Interactions with other medicines
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Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements and herbals you are currently taking to avoid any possible interaction.
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Medicines such as Carbamazepine, phenobarbital or phenytoin use control fits (seizures) and an antibiotic Rifampicin used for tuberculosis infection should be avoided.
Storage and disposal of Ondero 5 MG
Store Ondero 5 mg tablet at room temperature, protected from heat and moisture. Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Ondero 5 MG
Overdose
If you have taken too much of Ondero 5 mg tablet, inform your doctor or reach out to the nearby hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you forget to take a dose of Ondero 5 mg tablet, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. Never take two doses on the same day.
