Linaglip 5 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 22.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 660.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 220.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Linagliptin |
| Company | Aristopharma ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus
- Improvement of glycaemic control in adults
- Monotherapy option for inadequately controlled patients
- Combination therapy with metformin
- Combination therapy with sulphonylurea and metformin
Pharmacology
- Inhibitor of DPP-4 enzyme
- Increases concentrations of active incretin hormones
- Stimulates insulin release
- Decreases glucagon secretion
Dosage & Administration
- 5 mg tablet
- Once daily dosing
- Concomitant administration with metformin
- Consideration for lower dose of sulphonylurea in combination therapy
- No dose adjustment required for renal impairment
Interaction
- Weak competitive inhibitor of CYP3A4
- Low risk for clinically meaningful interactions
- No clinically relevant effect on the pharmacokinetics of certain medicinal products
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to active substance or excipients
Side Effects
- Hypoglycaemia
- Nasopharyngitis
- Cough
- Pancreatitis in combination therapy
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy category B
- Limited data on use during pregnancy
- Uncertainty on excretion into breast milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Hypersensitivity to 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 Linaglip 5 mg Tablet
- Inhibitor of DPP-4 enzyme
- Used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus
- Duration of use till improvement in health conditions
- Dosage frequency as prescribed by the doctor
- Intake after food in prescribed dosage
- Instructions for storage and disposal
- Tips for daily use and precautions