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Afoglip

Afoglip

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Afoglip Information

Afoglip is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Afoglip. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Afoglip are Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level), Constipation. Some other side effects of Afoglip have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Afoglip go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Afoglip's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Afoglip related warnings talks about Afoglip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Afoglip are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Afoglip may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Afoglip is safe while driving, and is addiction.

  1. Afoglip Benefits & Uses
  2. Afoglip Dosage & How to Take
  3. Afoglip Side Effects
  4. Afoglip Related Warnings
  5. Afoglip Contraindications
  6. Frequently asked Questions about Afoglip
  7. Afoglip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Afoglip Benefits & Uses

Afoglip is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Afoglip Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Afoglip Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Afoglip is used -

Common

Unknown

Afoglip Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Afoglip safe for pregnant women?


    Afoglip can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Afoglip, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate

  • Is the use of Afoglip safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Afoglip. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe

  • What is the effect of Afoglip on the Kidneys?


    There is no research available on the side effects of Afoglip on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

    Unknown

  • What is the effect of Afoglip on the Liver?


    In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Afoglip on the liver, information on safety of Afoglip for liver is unavailable.

    Unknown

  • What is the effect of Afoglip on the Heart?


    Information about safety of Afoglip for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

    Unknown

Afoglip Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Afoglip unless your doctor advises you to do so -

  • Diabetes Type 1
  • Infections
  • Trauma

Frequently asked Questions about Afoglip

  • Is this Afoglip habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Afoglip.

    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Afoglip will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe

  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Afoglip only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise

  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Afoglip is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Afoglip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Afoglip


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Afoglip together with food.

    Unknown

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Afoglip


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Afoglip and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Afoglip

Question almost 3 years ago

Can Afoglip cause constipation?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Afoglip may cause constipation. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor immediately.

Question over 3 years ago

What is Afoglip?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Afoglip is a brand name of Teneligliptin and it is available in the form of tablets. It belongs to the class of drugs known as oral anti-hypoglycemic agents. Afoglip is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus

Question over 2 years ago

Can Afoglip cause diarrhea?

Dr. Keshu Lal Damor MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Afoglip may cause diarrhea. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor.

Question about 3 years ago

Can I discontinue Afoglip on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Afoglip should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 3 years ago

Is Afoglip safe to use?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Afoglip is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dizziness, constipation, hypoglycemia, headache, diarrhea, fever. If you experience any discomfort after taking this do inform your doctor.

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