Linagliptin 5mg tab

Linagliptin 5mg Tablets is prescribed to control blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. It prevents kidney damage, maintains normal blood sugar levels by improving the body’s response to insulin, particularly when the body does not produce a sufficient amount of insulin or cannot use it properly (insulin resistance). It is most effective when combined with exercise and diet.

It should be noted that Linagliptin 5mg Tablets must not be utilized for the management of Type 1 diabetes or for conditions such as Diabetic Ketoacidosis. By assisting in ensuring improved blood sugar regulation, Trajenta can also assist in preventing serious complications of diabetes, including kidney and eye damage

Notify your physician of any existing disease, allergy and medications that you are taking. Your physician will scrutinize and determine carefully about the dose and frequency of administration of this drug.

Directions To Use

• Consume the Linagliptin 5mg Tablets with a full glass of water.
• It shouldn’t be crushed or chewed but swallowed as a whole.
• Take the tablet at regular times every day to have a constant level of medication.
• Regularly check your blood sugar levels using a glucometer.
• Sugar candies can be of much use in case of sudden hypoglycemia. Keep them with you.

Daily Dosage 

The prescribed dose of Linagliptin 5mg Tablets, take as instructed by your physician. It may be taken either with or without food or any instruction given by your physician. The dose may vary depending on the individual conditions like the severity of the disease and response to the medication. Always follow the advised dosage and consult the physician before exceeding it.

Side Effects of Linagliptin 5mg Tablets

The side effects of Linagliptin 5mg Tablets are:

• Hypoglycemia- low level of blood sugar which may lead to sweating, dizziness, etc
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Stuffy or Runny nose
• Sore throat or cough

Precautions

• Linagliptin 5mg Tablets use in pregnant women has not been studied. It should preferably be avoided in pregnant females. However, if needed to be used, consult a doctor, who will weigh the risks and benefits before prescribing it to you.
• Caution should be exercised when giving the Linagliptin 5mg Tablets to breastfeeding mothers. It should be done after consulting your doctor.
• Alcohol intake has to be avoided in patients on Linagliptin 5mg Tablets as it may cause fluctuating blood sugar levels.
• Linagliptin 5mg Tablets may be used safely in patients suffering from liver disease. No dose adjustment is needed in such patients.
• Linagliptin 5mg Tablets may be used safely in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is needed in such patients.
• Do not take Linagliptin 5mg Tablets if you are allergic to the ingredients of the Linagliptin 5mg Tablets.
• Linagliptin 5mg Tablets is not advisable for patients under 18 years.
• No dose adjustment is needed in elderly patients when taking the Trajenta 5 mg Tablet.

Storage

• Linagliptin 5mg Tablets must be stored at temperatures below 30°Celsius.
• Keep Linagliptin 5mg Tablets out of the reach of children.
• Do not use Linagliptin 5mg Tablets after the expiry date.
• Save the medicine from excessive light and humidity.