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Metformin and saxagliptin and Pancreatitis

Result of checking the interaction of drug Metformin and saxagliptin and disease Pancreatitis for safety when used together.

Check result:

Metformin and saxagliptin <> Pancreatitis

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

There have been postmarketing reports of acute pancreatitis in patients taking DPP-4 inhibitors. These drugs should be used with caution in patients with a history of pancreatitis or pancreatic disease, although it is unknown if they are at increased risk. Patients should be observed for signs and symptoms of pancreatitis during treatment. If pancreatitis is suspected, treatment should be discontinued immediately and appropriate management should be initiated.

Metformin and saxagliptin

Generic Name: metformin / saxagliptin

Brand Name: Kombiglyze XR

Synonyms: Saxagliptin and Metformin

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