TENEFIT 20MG TAB

Composition

Teneligliptin 20 mg

Uses of TENEFIT 20MG TAB

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (as an adjunct to diet and exercise) to improve glycaemic control; may be used alone or in combination with other antidiabetic medicines as prescribed.

• •Lowers fasting and post-meal blood sugar
• •Improves HbA1c control
• •Low risk of hypoglycaemia when used alone
• •Convenient once-daily dosing
• •Can be combined with other antidiabetic medicines

How it 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, thereby lowering blood glucose with a low risk of hypoglycaemia when used alone.

Directions for use

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

Side effects

Common side effects of TENEFIT 20MG TAB may include:

• •Headache
• •nasopharyngitis/common cold symptoms
• •dizziness
• •nausea
• •diarrhoea