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Composition :

LINAGLIPTIN-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Dios Lifesciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Linaget-5 Tablet

Linaget-5 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes in adults along with diet and lifestyle changes. It is used alone or in combination with other drugs to lower blood sugar levels. People with type 2 diabetes either do not produce enough insulin, or the insulin produced cannot perform its function in the body (insulin resistance). Middle-aged or older individuals are most likely to suffer from type 2 diabetes, also known as adult-onset diabetes.

Linaget-5 Tablet contains Linagliptin, which belongs to the class of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors used Linaget-5 Tablet is prescribed for the condition of type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone cannot control their blood sugar levels. It works by blocking the action of DPP-4 (an enzyme that destroys the hormone 'Incretin'). The enzyme 'Incretins' helps produce more insulin only when required and reduces the liver's blood sugar level when not needed. Linaget-5 Tablet should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes and for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis.

Take Linaget-5 Tablet as prescribed. However, it should be taken at the same time of the day each time for best results. Your doctor will recommend you how often you take Linaget-5 Tablet based on your medical condition. The most common side effects of Linaget-5 Tablet are hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose levels), upper respiratory tract infection, nasopharyngitis (infection of nose and throat with common cold), and headache.

Linaget-5 Tablet should not be stopped even if you feel better, without consulting your doctor as sugar level keeps changing. If you stop taking Linaget-5 Tablet abruptly, it may increase your sugar levels, which could further increase the risk of eyesight loss (retinopathy), kidney (nephropathy) and nerve damage (neuropathy). Linaget-5 Tablet should not be taken if you have severe kidney or liver disease. Please inform your doctor if you have any heart disease is or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Linaget-5 Tablet

Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Directions for Use

Take Linaget-5 Tablet with or without food as advised by a doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Key Benefits

Linaget-5 Tablet is primarily used to treat Type 2 diabetes mellitus. It contains Linagliptin, which belongs to the class of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors used Linaget-5 Tablet is prescribed for type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone cannot control their blood sugar levels. It works by blocking the action of DPP-4 (an enzyme that destroys the hormone ‘Incretin’). The enzyme ‘Incretins’ helps produce more insulin only when required and reduces the liver's blood sugar level when not needed. Linaget-5 Tablet should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes and for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis. Thus, Linaget-5 Tablet plays a vital role in controlling blood sugar levels and prevents serious complications of diabetes like eyesight loss (retinopathy), kidney (nephropathy), nerve damage (neuropathy), diabetic foot ulcer and delayed wound healing.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Linaget-5 Tablet should not be taken if you are allergic to Linaget-5 Tablet or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Linaget-5 Tablet . Prolonged intake of Linaget-5 Tablet may cause acute pancreatitis (swollen pancreas), and critical kidney problem. Increased risk of hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar level) can occur when Linaget-5 Tablet is added to other anti-diabetic agents or insulin therapy. In this case, your doctor may adjust the dose of Linaget-5 Tablet . Severe allergic reactions might occur in some patients taking Linaget-5 Tablet like anaphylaxis, angioedema (swelling under the skin), and exfoliative skin conditions including Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Safety and efficacy of Linaget-5 Tablet in children under 18 years have not been established, so it should not be given to them. Patients taking digoxin (a heart medicine) with Linaget-5 Tablet should be closely monitored as severe drug interaction has been observed. Linaget-5 Tablet should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes and for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Fill your half plate with starchy veggies, a quarter with proteins, and a quarter with whole grain.
  • Eat at regular intervals. Do not take a long gap between a meal or snack.
  • Monitor your blood sugar level regularly, especially when there are lots of fluctuations.
  • Invest at least 150 min of moderate-intensity physical activity or one hour and 15 minutes of high-intensity exercise every week.
  • Lose weight gradually to achieve a healthy body mass index (18.5 to 24.9).
  • Replace refined carbohydrates containing whole-grain foods and increase the intake of fruits and veggies and other fiber-enriched foods.
  • Reduce intake of saturated fat (or hidden fats) in food like chips, crisps, pastries, biscuits, and samosas. Choose omega 3 fatty acid-containing oils for daily cooking. You can use palm oil, mustard oil, groundnut oil, rice bran oil and safflower oil for frying.
  • Do not take stress as it may elevate your blood sugar level. You can adopt stress management techniques like mindfulness to control stress-related blood sugar changes.
  • Opt for low-fat dairy products (low-fat yogurt, fat-free milk, and cheese, etc.).
  • Keep your blood pressure as normal (140/90) as possible as it reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases in diabetes patients.

Side Effects of Linaget-5 Tablet

  • Hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose levels)
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Nasopharyngitis (infection of nose and throat with common cold)
  • Headache

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIDIABETICS]

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Special Advise

  • Keep your blood pressure as normal (140/90) as possible as it reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases in diabetes patients.
  • Monitor your blood sugar level regularly especially when there are lots of fluctuations.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Diabetes (Type 2): It is a condition where the body cannot make sufficient insulin, or the insulin that it makes doesn't work properly or is utilized by our body. This can cause high blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia). Type 2 diabetes symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination at night, slow wound healing, increased hunger, fatigue, and blurred vision. There may be weight gain in some cases, while in rare cases, weight loss may be observed. The complication of type 2 diabetes also includes neuropathy (nerve problems), nephropathy (kidney problems), and retinopathy (damaged retina of eyes or blindness), loss of limbs, sexual dysfunction, and increase the chance of heart attack or stroke.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Alcohol should not be consumed along with Linaget-5 Tablet as it is known to interact and lead to unpleasant side effects.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Linaget-5 Tablet is a category B pregnancy medication. So, its safety in pregnant women is not established. So, it should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is not known whether Linaget-5 Tablet passes through the breast milk or not. So, it should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Linaget-5 Tablet has no influence on the ability to drive and use machines. However, dizziness and drowsiness have been reported, which may affect your ability to drive or use machines.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If u have or had a history or evidence of any liver-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking medicine.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If u have or had a history or evidence of any kidney-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking medicine.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Linaget-5 Tablet is not recommended for children below the age of 18 years.

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