Linadi 5 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 20.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 600.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 200.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Linagliptin |
| Company | Pacific pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults
- Monotherapy for inadequately controlled patients
Pharmacology
- Inhibitor of DPP-4 enzyme
- Increases active incretin hormones
- Stimulates insulin release
- Decreases glucagon secretion
Dosage & Administration
- 5 mg once daily
- Concomitant use with metformin
- Consideration for lower dose with sulfonylurea combination
- No dose adjustment for renal impairment
Interaction
- Weak competitive inhibitor of CYP3A4
- Low risk for clinically meaningful interactions
- No effect on the pharmacokinetics of certain medications
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to active substance or excipients
Side Effects
- Hypoglycemia
- Nasopharyngitis
- Pancreatitis in combination with metformin and sulfonylurea
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy category B
- Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Uncertainty about passage 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
- Chemical Structure Image: [URL]
Common Questions about Linadi 5 mg Tablet
- Description as a DPP-4 enzyme inhibitor
- Usage for type 2 diabetes mellitus treatment
- Variable duration until health improvement
- Dosage frequency as per prescription
- Recommended intake after food
- Instructions for proper storage and disposal
- Quick tips for usage
Quick Tips
- Take at the same time daily
- Risk of hypoglycemia with certain conditions
- Carry sugary food or fruit juice for emergency
- Caution with driving or operating machinery
- Alert doctor on specific symptoms