Glyzenta Tablets 5mg (Linagliptin)

Adult dosage

The recommended dosage of this medication is 5mg once daily. It can be administered regardless of meals.

This medication should not be used in patients with allergic reactions to the active ingredient or other components. It is also not administered to patients with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Caution is necessary when used with insulin or sulfonylureas, as this medication can cause hypoglycemia. The risk of hypoglycemia may increase when used in combination with this medication, thus dosage adjustments may be required. There is limited experience with this medication in patients with heart failure, so careful administration is advised. Acute pancreatitis symptoms may occur; if there is continuous severe abdominal pain, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician. If skin diseases such as bullous pemphigoid are suspected, discontinue use immediately and consult a specialist. Various adverse reactions such as hypoglycemia, dyspepsia, edema, rashes, arthralgia, rhabdomyolysis, weight gain, increased lipase, increased amylase, dyspepsia, edema, facial edema, peripheral edema, weight loss, increased appetite, constipation, upper abdominal pain, enterocolitis, bowel obstruction, gastritis, herpes zoster, cystitis, acute pyelonephritis, bronchitis, vestibular neuronitis, pneumonia, decreased appetite, and dehydration have been reported, so it is important to inform healthcare personnel if symptoms occur. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before using this medication, and it is not recommended for children and adolescents. Elderly patients or those with weakened kidney and liver functions can use it without special dosage adjustments, but care should be taken depending on their condition. The possibility of interactions with other medications is low, but when used in combination with specific drugs, follow the physician's instructions. In the case of overdose, measures should be taken to prevent absorption of the drug in the gastrointestinal tract, monitor clinical symptoms, and receive appropriate treatment if necessary. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and it is safer not to transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, pancreatitis, bullous pemphigoid, severe allergic reactions, persistently severe abdominal pain, difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), sudden and severe headaches, lightning headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, markedly reduced urine output, severe generalized edema, and accompanied by increased blood pressure, severe edema.

Mild side effects

• Hypoglycemia
• hypertriglyceridemia
• hyperlipidemia
• cough
• constipation
• oral ulcer formations
• rash
• severe and disabling arthralgia
• rhabdomyolysis
• weight gain

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air or moisture, and it should be kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication over time.

Appearance

Circular film-coated tablets, bright red in color with both sides convex and sharp edges.

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 3)