Rinatab 5 mg (Linagliptin)

Adult dosage

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

This medication should not be used in patients with allergies to the active ingredient or other components of this medication. It is also safe to avoid administering it to patients with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Caution is required when using this medication in conjunction with drugs that can cause hypoglycemia, such as insulin or sulfonylureas, as the risk of hypoglycemia may increase. Experience with this medication in patients with heart failure is limited, so it should be used cautiously. Acute pancreatitis may occur, so if severe and persistent abdominal pain develops, the use of this medication should be stopped immediately, and a doctor should be consulted. Skin conditions such as bullous pemphigoid may occur, so if blisters or skin rash develop, it is important to inform a doctor immediately. This medication can cause various side effects, including hypoglycemia, infections, gastrointestinal disorders, and skin rashes, so if any symptoms appear, medical consultation is recommended. For pregnant women, the safety of this medication has not been established, so its use is not recommended; caution is also required during breastfeeding. It is not recommended for children under 10 years old or adolescents aged 10 to 17 years, as safety and efficacy have not been sufficiently confirmed. In elderly patients or those with reduced kidney and liver function, it can be used without special dosage adjustment, but their condition should be carefully monitored. Although the potential for drug interactions is low, caution is necessary when used with certain medications, so patients should inform their healthcare provider of any other medications they are taking. In the case of overdose, measures should be taken to prevent absorption of the medication from the gastrointestinal tract, and symptoms should be monitored, with necessary treatment obtained. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children, and it is important to avoid transferring it to other containers to maintain safety and quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, pancreatitis, bullous pemphigoid, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, severe allergic reactions, severe skin abnormal reactions, respiratory problems, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness

Mild side effects

• Hypoglycemia
• pharyngitis
• hypersensitivity
• cough
• constipation
• formation of oral ulcers
• rash
• severe and debilitating joint pain
• rhabdomyolysis
• weight gain

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture. It is best to keep it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Bright red round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/Alu-Alu × 3), 30 tablets/bottle