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Linagliptin
Updated on : August - 2012
Latest prescription information about Linagliptin. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Linagliptin
Pronunciation : LIN-a-GLIP-tin
Therapeutic Classification : Antidiabetics
ICD Code : Y42.3
Trade Name(s): International- Tradjenta. Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor, prescribed for type 2 diabetes. It increases insulin secretion by pancreas. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Contraindicated in patients with history of high blood ketone levels, type 1 diabetes, and hypersensitivity.
Dosage & When it is to be taken : PO- The recommended dose is 5 mg once daily. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food. Warnings and Precautions : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of inflammation of the pancreas, using insulin, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * Follow the diet and exercise program as directed by your physician. * Monitor fasting blood glucose and hemoglobin A1c regularly while taking this medication. Side Effects : Stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, inflammation of pancreas and low blood sugar. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature (20 to 25°C). |
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