Guanabenz and Jentadueto

• Generic Name: guanabenz
• Dosage Forms: tablet
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Guanabenz belongs to the general class of medicines called antihypertensives. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

High blood pressure adds to the work load of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks. These problems may be less likely to occur if blood pressure is controlled.

Guanabenz works by controlling nerve impulses along certain nerve pathways. As a result, it relaxes blood vessels so that blood passes through them more easily. This helps to lower blood pressure.

Guanabenz is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: linagliptin / metformin
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Jentadueto, Jentadueto XR

Jentadueto contains a combination of linagliptin and metformin. Linagliptin and metformin are oral diabetes medicines that help control blood sugar levels. Metformin works by decreasing glucose (sugar) production in the liver and decreasing absorption of glucose by the intestines. Linagliptin works by regulating the levels of insulin your body produces after eating.

Jentadueto is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Jentadueto is not for treating type 1 diabetes.