Linastar 5 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 20.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 600.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 200.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Linagliptin |
| Company | Orion pharma ltd |
Title
- Linastar 5 mg Tablet
Categories
- Medicine
- Diabetes
- Antidiabetic
Description
- Linastar is indicated in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus to improve glycaemic control in adults.
Dosage
- Linagliptin 5 mg once daily
Pharmacology
- Linagliptin is an inhibitor of DPP-4 (dipeptidyl peptidase-4), an enzyme that degrades the incretin hormones GLP-1 (glucagon like peptide-1) and GIP (glucose dependent insulinotropic polypeptide).
Interaction
- Linastar is a weak competitive and a weak to moderate mechanism-based inhibitor of CYP3A4.
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients.
Side effects
- Possible side effects may include hypoglycaemia, nasopharyngitis, cough, and pancreatitis when combined with metformin and sulfonylurea.
Pregnancy and lactation
- Pregnancy category B. Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Unknown if it passes into breast milk.
Precautions and warnings
- Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients.
Therapeutic class
- Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor
Indications
- Indicated in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus to improve glycaemic control in adults.
Storage conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.
Chemical structure
- Molecular Formula: C25H28N8O2
Common questions
- What is Linastar 5 mg Tablet? - Linastar 5 mg Tablet is an inhibitor of DPP-4 enzyme.
- What is Linastar 5 mg Tablet used for? - Used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus to improve glycaemic control in adults.
- How long do I need to use Linastar 5 mg Tablet before I see improvement in my condition? - To be taken till improvement is observed.
Advice and tips
- Linastar 5 mg Tablet should be taken at the same time every day.
- May cause hypoglycemia when used with other antidiabetic medicines or alcohol.
- Be careful while driving or operating machinery until its effects are known.
- Inform the doctor if joint pain or specific symptoms develop.
Additional information
- Can be taken with or without a meal at any time of the day.
- No dose adjustment required for patients with renal impairment.