TRAJENTA (Linagliptin) 5mg Tab 30's

ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S)

Linagliptin

DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION?

This medicine requires a doctor's prescription. It falls under 'Prescription Only Medicine (POM)'.

BENEFITS AND USES:

This medication is used on its own or together with other medicines to treat type 2 diabetes (a long-term condition in which the body gradually becomes resistant to the effects of insulin or the pancreas does not produce enough insulin). This medicine helps treat your diabetes by keeping your blood sugar under control. Linagliptin is meant to be taken as part of a complete diabetes care program that should include exercise, a healthy diet, and regular monitoring of blood sugar levels.

DIRECTIONS:

Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not take more or less than instructed by your doctor. You may take this medicine with or without food. Try to take it at the same time each day. Linagliptin must be taken regularly for it to be effective. Continue taking this medicine even when you feel better. Do not stop taking it unless instructed by the doctor.

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICINE?

This medication may cause the following side effects: - Muscle or joint pain - Stuffy or runny nose - Sore throat Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe.