Kombiglyze XR 5/500 TM
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Active ingredients: saxagliptin + metformin
Brand name
(ARTG)
: KOMBIGLYZE XR 5/500 tablets 5 mg saxagliptin (as hydrochloride) immediate release and 500 mg metformin hydrochloride modified releaseDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
KOMBIGLYZE XR is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycaemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus when treatment with both saxagliptin and metformin is appropriate (see Clinical Trials and Dosing and Administration for data on combinations studied).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, modified release
- Oral
- Light brown to brown, biconvex, capsule shaped, film-coated tablet, with 5/500 printed on one side and 4221 printed on the other side, in blue ink
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Store at room temperature
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 28 tablets (trade pack) pack
- 7 tablets (sample pack) pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on November, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient saxagliptin + metformin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
