Linagliptin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Linagliptin is used -
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Linagliptin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Linagliptin. If you are pregnant, do not take Linagliptin without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Linagliptin safe during breastfeeding?
Linagliptin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Linagliptin on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Linagliptin. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Linagliptin on the Liver?
Linagliptin may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Linagliptin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Linagliptin on the heart have been reported.
Linagliptin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Linagliptin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Linagliptin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Linagliptin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Linagliptin as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Linagliptin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Linagliptin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Linagliptin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Linagliptin and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Linagliptin
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Linagliptin are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 776
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tradjenta™ (linagliptin)