Linagliptin Benefits & Uses

Linagliptin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Linagliptin 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: 5 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: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Linagliptin Related Warnings

Is the use of Linagliptin safe for pregnant women?

Linagliptin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Linagliptin safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Linagliptin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Linagliptin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Linagliptin on the Kidneys?

Linagliptin may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Linagliptin on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Linagliptin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Linagliptin on the Heart?

Linagliptin has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Linagliptin with Other Drugs

Linagliptin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Acetazolamide

Dopamine

Dexamethasone

Captopril

Clozapine

Aripiprazole

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Linagliptin Contraindications

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

Diabetes Type 1
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Allergy
Pancreatitis
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Linagliptin

Is this Linagliptin habit forming or addictive?

Linagliptin does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Linagliptin since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

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

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Linagliptin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Linagliptin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Linagliptin

There is no information on the effects of taking Linagliptin with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Linagliptin

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Linagliptin at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild