Xenglu Met 5/500 Mg Tablets is prescribed to adults between the age of 18-84. It is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus, (high blood sugar levels) as an adjunct to diet and exercise in patients inadequately controlled by empagliflozin or metformin alone, or metformin in combination with other antidiabetics or insulin.

How does Xenglu Met 5/500 Mg Tablets work?

Metformin is an anti diabetic medication (biguanide) that works by decreasing the amount of sugar released into the blood by the liver, delaying sugar absorption from the intestines and increasing the body’s responsiveness to insulin. Whereas, empagliflozin is an anti-diabetic medication (sodium glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors) that works by increasing insulin (a natural substance required in breaking down sugar) production by the pancreas and the ability of the body to utilise it effectively.

How to use Xenglu Met 5/500 Mg Tablets?

It comes in tablet form that needs to be swallowed whole with a glass of water. It is better to take Xenglu Met 5/500 Mg Tablets with meals to avoid side effects like having an upset stomach.