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Indications

Tradjenta is a prescription medication that is commonly recommended in the management of hyperglycemia associated with type 2 diabetes.

This medication leverages the medicinal properties of linagliptin, a Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 inhibitor, to enhance the production and regulation of insulin postprandial.

Use and Dosage

Read the Medication Guide and, if available, the Patient Information Leaflet provided by your pharmacist before you start taking linagliptin each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily.

The dosage is based on your medical condition, response to treatment, and other medications you may be taking.

Take this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. Carefully follow the medication treatment plan, meal plan, and exercise program your doctor has recommended.

Check your blood sugar regularly as directed by your doctor. Keep track of the results and share them with your doctor. Tell your doctor if your blood sugar measurements are too high or too low. Your dosage/treatment may need to be changed.

Side Effects

Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including joint pain, unusual skin blisters, or signs of heart failure (such as shortness of breath, swelling ankles/feet, unusual tiredness, or unusual/sudden weight gain).

Although linagliptin by itself usually does not cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), low blood sugar may occur if this drug is prescribed with other diabetes medications. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether the dose of your other diabetes medication(s) needs to be lowered.

Symptoms of low blood sugar include sudden sweating, shaking, fast heartbeat, hunger, blurred vision, dizziness, or tingling hands/feet.

Symptoms of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) include thirst, increased urination, confusion, drowsiness, flushing, rapid breathing, and fruity breath odour. If these symptoms occur, tell your doctor right away. Your doctor may need to adjust your diabetes medication(s).

Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including signs of disease of the pancreas (such as nausea/vomiting that will not stop severe stomach /abdominal pain which may spread to the back).

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, or trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of side effects.

Cautions

Before taking linagliptin, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of disease of the pancreas (pancreatitis), stones in your gallbladder (gallstones), and heart failure.

You may experience blurred vision, dizziness, or drowsiness due to extremely low or high blood sugar. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness or clear vision until you are sure you can perform such activities safely.

Limit alcohol while taking this medication because it can increase your risk of developing low blood sugar.

Form and Strengths

Tradjenta is available in the following form and strengths:

Tradjenta Film Coated Tablet:

• 5mg

FAQ

How long does it take to work?

Linagliptin starts to work within a few hours.

You need to take it every day to make sure your blood sugar stays as stable as possible.

Does linagliptin cause hypoglycemia (“hypos”)?

Linagliptin does not usually cause low blood sugar (known as hypoglycemia, or “hypos”) when taken on its own.

Will it affect my contraception?

Linagliptin does not affect any type of contraception, including the combined pill and emergency contraception.

Resources:

1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-155820/tradjenta-oral/details
2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6028327/
3. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/drugs-tradjenta