Linagliptin and metformin and Metatrace FDG

• Generic Name: linagliptin / metformin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Jentadueto, Jentadueto XR

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.

Linagliptin and metformin is a combination medicine used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. linagliptin and metformin is not for treating type 1 diabetes.

Linagliptin and metformin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: fludeoxyglucose f18
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

Fludeoxyglucose F 18 injection is used to help diagnose cancer, heart disease, and epilepsy. It is used in a procedure called a positron emission tomography (PET) scan to help your doctor see parts of the body, such as the heart or brain. Fludeoxyglucose F 18 belongs to the group of medicines called radiopharmaceuticals (radioactive agents).

This medicine will be used only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.