Edjenta 5 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 20.00 (20's pack: ৳ 400.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Linagliptin |
| Company | Edruc limited |
Indications
- Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus
- Improves glycaemic control in adults
- May be used as monotherapy
- May be used in combination therapy with metformin and sulphonylurea
Pharmacology
- Inhibitor of DPP-4 enzyme
- Increases active incretin hormones
- Stimulates insulin release from pancreatic beta cells
- Decreases glucagon secretion from pancreatic alpha cells
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended dose: Linagliptin 5 mg once daily
- Maintenance dose of metformin if used in combination
- Consider lower dose of sulphonylurea when used in combination
Interaction
- Weak competitive and a weak to moderate mechanism-based inhibitor of CYP isozyme CYP3A4
- Low risk for clinically meaningful interactions with other medicinal products
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to the active substance or excipients
Side Effects
- Hypoglycaemia
- Nasopharyngitis
- Cough
- Pancreatitis when used in combination with metformin and sulfonylurea
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy category B
- Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Unknown passage into breast milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Hypersensitivity to the active substance or excipients
Therapeutic Class
- Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor
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 about Edjenta 5 mg Tablet
- Function as an inhibitor of DPP-4 enzyme
- Used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus
- Duration of usage till improvement is seen
- Dosage frequency as prescribed by the doctor
- Take after food in prescribed dosage
- Storage instructions to keep in a cool dry place and original packaging
- Tips on usage: take at the same time daily, watch for hypoglycemia, be cautious with driving, report joint pains or stomach symptoms