Trachydia Duo Tablets 2.5/850 mg

Adult dose

This medication is administered twice daily with meals. If not currently treated with metformin, the initial dosage is Trachydia Duo 2.5/500 mg taken twice daily, with the possibility of increasing to 2.5/1000 mg taken twice daily. If blood sugar control is difficult with monotherapy using metformin, linagliptin 2.5 mg should be administered twice daily along with the existing metformin dosage.

This medication is used for the treatment of diabetes and contains two main ingredients. During the course of taking this drug, a rare side effect known as lactic acidosis may occur, which can be dangerous if lactic acid builds up in the body, so caution is required. Patients with severely impaired kidney function or liver dysfunction, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and patients with severe infections or heart failure should not take this medication. This medication can cause hypoglycemia; therefore, those taking insulin or other glucose-lowering medications should check their blood sugar levels frequently and adjust the dosage if necessary. As kidney function might decline, it is important to regularly monitor kidney function through blood tests. Additionally, serious side effects such as acute pancreatitis or bullous pemphigoid may occur while taking this medication, so immediate consultation with a doctor is necessary if abdominal pain or skin abnormalities arise. Gastrointestinal disturbances, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and vomiting may occur, but these usually improve with time. This medication should be avoided alongside alcohol due to an increased risk of lactic acidosis, and any concurrent medications should be disclosed to a doctor or pharmacist due to potential interactions. It is advisable not to use this medication during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and it is not recommended for children under 10 years old. Elderly patients may have decreased kidney function, so thorough evaluation of kidney function should be performed before administration, with regular monitoring. If undergoing surgery or radiologic examinations while taking this medication, it may be necessary to temporarily discontinue it for the procedures, so please consult with healthcare professionals. In cases of overdose, lactic acidosis may occur, necessitating immediate medical treatment, and blood dialysis may be required. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and kept away from moisture.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, lactic acidosis, pancreatitis, liver dysfunction (hepatitis, abnormal liver function tests, jaundice), bullous pemphigoid, severe allergic reactions, severe edema, angina, acute myocardial infarction, unstable angina, cardiac arrest, congestive heart failure, severe edema associated with elevated blood pressure, severe and disabling arthralgia, severe skin reactions (severe rash, blisters, skin peeling.

Mild side effects

Hypoglycemia, nasopharyngitis, hypersensitivity, cough, decreased appetite, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, taste disorder, abdominal pain, oral ulcer formation, pruritus, erythema, rash, musculoskeletal pain, arthralgia, anxiety, depression, dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, chest discomfort, weakness, headache, urticaria, blood abnormalities (decreased vitamin B12, abnormal liver function tests, hepatitis, increased lipase, increased amylase), itching, male-pattern baldness.

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. Additionally, it is best stored at room temperature, neither too hot nor too cold, between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Bright orange, biconvex, oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

60 tablets/Alu-Alu [60 tablets (10 tablets/Alu-Alu x 6)]