D-Lina 5 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 18.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 540.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 180.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Linagliptin |
| Company | Desh pharmaceuticals ltd |
Title
D-Lina 5mg Tablet
Categories
- Medicine
- Diabetes Management
- Pharmaceutical
Description
D-Lina 5mg tablet is indicated for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus to improve glycaemic control in adults. It is an inhibitor of DPP-4 (dipeptidyl peptidase-4) enzyme.
Dosage
Linagliptin 5 mg once daily
Pharmacology
Linagliptin is an inhibitor of DPP-4 that increases the concentrations of active incretin hormones, stimulating insulin release and decreasing glucagon secretion.
ModeOfAction
Inhibits DPP-4 enzyme to improve glycemic control
Interaction
Weak competitive and weak to moderate mechanism-based inhibitor of CYP3A4
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the active substance or excipients
SideEffects
- Hypoglycemia
- Nasopharyngitis
- Cough
- Pancreatitis
PregnancyAndLactation
- Category: Pregnancy category B
- Recommendation: Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Unknown if passes into breast milk
PrecautionsAndWarnings
Hypersensitivity to the active substance or excipients
TherapeuticClass
Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor
StorageConditions
Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.
ChemicalStructure
- MolecularFormula: C25H28N8O2
- ImageUrl: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-687-linagliptin-chemical-structure-By3w5hWjDTbaKfu2jZAo.svg
CommonQuestions
- WhatIsIt: An inhibitor of DPP-4 enzyme
- UsedFor: Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus to improve glycaemic control in adults
- ImprovementTimeline: Till improvement in health conditions is observed
- Frequency: As prescribed by the doctor
- UsageInstructions: Should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage
- StorageAndDisposal: Keep in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Ensure it remains unreachable to children and pets
QuickTips
- Take at the same time every day
- May cause hypoglycemia when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or if a meal is delayed or missed
- Carry sugary food or fruit juice in case of hypoglycemia symptoms
- Be cautious while driving or operating machinery
- Inform your doctor about joint pains or symptoms like stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting