Mefoglitin Tablets 5 mg (Linagliptin)

Adult dosage

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

This medication should not be used in individuals with allergies to the active ingredient or other components. It is also safe not to administer it to patients with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Caution is required when used with other medications that can cause hypoglycemia. In particular, when taken with insulin or sulfonylurea medications, the risk of hypoglycemia may increase, necessitating dosage adjustments. In patients with mild to moderate heart failure, this drug should be used cautiously; it is not recommended in severe cases. Acute pancreatitis may occur during the use of this medication, so if severe abdominal pain persists, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician. A blistering skin condition resembling pemphigus may appear, so if any skin abnormality develops, stop taking the medication and consult a specialist. Symptoms of hypoglycemia may occur while taking this medication, so appropriate action should be taken immediately if symptoms arise. Pregnant or nursing women are advised to avoid using this medication, especially since safety has not been established for pregnant women. It is not advisable to use this medication in children and adolescents, particularly in those under 10 years of age. Elderly patients can use this medication safely without specific dosage adjustments. Patients with poor kidney or liver function can also use this medication without dosage adjustments, but must follow a physician's instructions. In cases of overdose, unabsorbed medication should be removed from the gastrointestinal tract, and symptoms should be monitored while receiving necessary treatment. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container is not advisable for quality maintenance and safety reasons.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• angioedema
• pancreatitis
• pemphigus-like rash
• chest tightness
• difficulty breathing
• dyspnea
• fever
• pneumonia
• congestive heart failure

Mild side effects

• Hypoglycemia
• hypertriglyceridemia
• hyperlipidemia
• cough
• constipation
• oral ulcers
• rash
• severe and debilitating arthralgia
• rhabdomyolysis
• weight gain

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is best to store at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance

Bright red, round film-coated tablet with a convex shape on both sides and sharp edges.

Package unit

30 tablets/PTP [(10 tablets/PTP × 3)]