Ilsung Linagliptin Tablet 5 mg

Adult dosage

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

This medication should not be used in patients allergic to the active ingredient or any other components. It is also not recommended for patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus or diabetic ketoacidosis. Particular caution is required when used with other medications that can cause hypoglycemia. When combined with insulin or sulfonylureas, there may be an increased risk of hypoglycemia, which may require dose adjustments. In patients with mild to moderate heart failure, this medication should be used with caution, and it is not recommended for patients with severe heart failure. Acute pancreatitis may occur during the use of this medication, so if you experience persistent and severe abdominal pain, consult your physician immediately. Additionally, it may rarely cause a blistering skin disease known as bullous pemphigoid, so if any abnormal skin symptoms arise, promptly discontinue use and inform your healthcare provider. Users should be well aware of the symptoms of hypoglycemia and take appropriate action if any adverse reactions occur. The safety of this medication in pregnant women has not been established, so its use is not recommended; caution is also needed for breastfeeding mothers. It is not recommended for children under the age of 10, and adolescents over 10 may be administered at the discretion of a physician. Elderly patients or those with impaired kidney and liver function can use it without special dose adjustments, but their condition should be closely monitored. In cases of overdose, measures should be taken to prevent absorption of the medication in the gastrointestinal tract, and appropriate treatment should be conducted according to symptoms. This medication has relatively few interactions with other drugs, but caution is required when combined with certain medications, so inform your healthcare provider of any other medications you are taking. Finally, this medication should be stored out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• angioedema
• pancreatitis
• bullous pemphigoid
• acute pancreatitis
• bullous pemphigoid
• severe allergic reactions
• severe swelling (edema)
• sudden and extremely severe headaches
• severe skin reactions

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, ideally at a temperature ranging from 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

Bright red round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 30 tablets/box [10 tablets/Alu-alu X 3]