Tragliptin Tablet (Linagliptin)

Adult dosage

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

This medication should not be used by individuals who are allergic to the active ingredient or other components of this drug. Patients with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis should not take this medication. Caution is required when taken with other medications that may cause hypoglycemia, especially when used in combination with insulin or sulfonylureas, as the risk of hypoglycemia may increase and dosage adjustments may be necessary. Experience with this medication in patients with heart failure is limited, so it should be used with caution. Acute pancreatitis may occur during treatment with this medication. If persistent and severe abdominal pain develops, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a physician. A skin condition known as bullous pemphigoid may rarely occur, so patients should inform healthcare professionals immediately if they experience blisters or skin erosion. Symptoms of hypoglycemia may occur while taking this medication. Therefore, good blood sugar management is essential, and if any adverse reactions occur, consult a healthcare professional. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant are not recommended to use this medication, and caution is required for nursing mothers as well. The safety and efficacy for children under 10 years of age or adolescents aged 10 to 17 have not been adequately established; therefore, use is not recommended. Elderly patients or those with renal and hepatic function impairments may use the drug without specific dosage adjustments, but should take it according to medical advice. In case of overdose, seeking immediate medical attention for necessary treatment is recommended, and general supportive therapy may be required. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and it is advisable not to transfer it into other containers.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• angioedema
• bullous pemphigoid
• pancreatitis
• acute pancreatitis
• congestive heart failure
• severe and disabling arthralgia
• renal transplant failure
• angina
• acute myocardial infarction

Mild side effects

• Hypoglycemia
• hypersensitivity
• nasopharyngitis
• cough
• constipation
• oral ulcer formation
• rash
• weight gain
• increased lipase
• increased amylase

This medication must be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it should be kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius for safety. Storing it this way will help maintain the medication's efficacy for a longer period.

Appearance

Round pink film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 90 tablets/bottle