Tegliptin 20 mg Tablet

Composition of Tegliptin 20 mg Tablet

Tegliptin 20 mg Tablet contains Teneligliptin (20mg). It belongs to the DPP-4 inhibitor (gliptin) class of medicines.

Uses of Tegliptin 20 mg Tablet

Type 2 diabetes mellitus—adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycaemic control; used alone or with other antidiabetic medicines as prescribed

Key benefits

• Lowers fasting and post-meal blood glucose
• Improves HbA1c control
• Once-daily convenient dosing
• Low hypoglycaemia risk when used alone
• Can be combined with other antidiabetic medicines

How Tegliptin 20 mg Tablet works

Teneligliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor that increases levels of incretin hormones (GLP-1 and GIP). This enhances glucose-dependent insulin secretion and reduces glucagon release, lowering blood glucose with a low risk of hypoglycaemia when used without insulin/sulfonylureas.

How to take Tegliptin 20 mg Tablet

Oral tablet. Usually taken once daily at the same time each day, with or without food, as directed by the physician. Swallow whole with water; do not stop or change dose without medical advice.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may cause low blood sugar, particularly if you also take other diabetes medicines. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Tegliptin 20 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Tegliptin are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Headache
• dizziness
• constipation
• nausea
• upper respiratory tract infection
• nasopharyngitis
• diarrhoea
• rash
• hypoglycaemia (more likely with insulin or sulfonylurea)

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Tegliptin 20 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

For type 2 diabetes only (not for type 1 diabetes/diabetic ketoacidosis). Monitor blood glucose and HbA1c regularly. Use caution in renal or hepatic impairment and in elderly; dose adjustment may be required per clinician advice. Risk of pancreatitis—seek medical help for severe persistent abdominal pain. Severe hypersensitivity/skin reactions can occur; discontinue and consult doctor if rash/swelling/breathing difficulty. May cause hypoglycaemia when combined with insulin or sulfonylureas—dose adjustments may be needed. Report symptoms of heart rhythm problems (QT prolongation has been reported rarely).

Do not take Tegliptin if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for type 1 diabetes or for diabetic ketoacidosis.

Interactions with other medicines

Insulin, sulfonylureas (e.g., glimepiride) may increase hypoglycaemia risk; strong CYP3A4/P-gp inducers (e.g., rifampicin, phenytoin, carbamazepine) may reduce effect; monitor when used with other antidiabetic agents

How to store Tegliptin 20 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place. Protect from moisture and light. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Tegliptin 20 mg Tablet

It can be taken with or without food, at the same time each day. Keep up your diet and activity — this medicine supports them.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ALKEM LAB

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic

Drug class:

DPP-4 inhibitor (gliptin)