Trajenta 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

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Trajenta 5 MG Description

Trajenta 5 mg tablet is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus in addition to diet and exercise to improve blood glucose levels. It contains linagliptin as an active ingredient. It works

by stimulating insulin release and decreasing the release of glucose in the bloodstream. Diabetes is a critical health condition and if not treated properly can lead to other complications and also affect other organs including the eyes, kidneys and nerves. Thus it is advised to follow a healthy lifestyle and diet along with taking antidiabetic medicines regularly. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from before starting Trajenta 5 mg tablet.

Product Summary

Offer Price	₹315.27
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Contains	Linagliptin(5.0 Mg)
Uses	Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Side effects	Feeling shaky, sweating, anxiety
Therapy	ANTI-DIABETIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Trajenta 5 MG

Trajenta 5 mg tablet is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve blood glucose levels.

Contraindications of Trajenta 5 MG

If you are allergic to linagliptin or any other component of Trajenta 5 mg tablet.

Side effects of Trajenta 5 MG

Sweating
Anxiety
Blurred vision
Fast heartbeat
Paleness
Mood change
Confusion
Numbness of lips
Feeling lightheaded

Precautions and Warnings of Trajenta 5 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Trajenta 5 mg tablet during pregnancy?

Limited information is available on the safety of Trajenta 5 mg tablet in pregnancy. Hence as a precautionary measure, it should not be used during pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Trajenta 5 mg tablet while breastfeeding?

Discuss with your doctor if you can breastfeed while taking Trajenta 5 mg tablet as this medicine may pass in the breast milk.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Trajenta 5 mg tablet?

Trajenta 5 mg tablet has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines. However, you should always carry sugar candy or fast-acting sugar while driving to take care of a sudden drop in blood glucose. Check your blood sugar before going for a long drive.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Trajenta 5 mg tablet?

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Trajenta 5 mg tablet. It can reduce the ability of your body to recover from a sudden drop in blood glucose during episodes of hypoglycemia. Moreover, it also adds extra calories and can increase your weight if you go for binge drinking too often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

Your body does not produce any insulin (type 1 diabetes) or diabetic ketoacidosis (a complication of diabetes with high blood sugar, rapid weight loss, nausea or vomiting).
You are taking other antidiabetics such as glimepiride, glipizide, your doctor reduce your medicine dose to avoid your blood glucose going too low.
You had an allergy due to the use of antidiabetic medicines or have or ever had a disease of the pancreas.
You experience blistering of the skin, it may be a sign of a condition called bullous pemphigoid.
Diabetic skin lesions are a common complication of diabetes, follow recommendations for skin and foot care suggested by your doctor or nurse.

Mode of Action of Trajenta 5 MG

How Does It Work?

Type 2 diabetes is a condition where your body is unable to produce a hormone, insulin. Insulin is responsible for glucose metabolism and helps your body utilise glucose for energy. Linagliptin work...

Directions for Use of Trajenta 5 MG

Trajenta 5 mg tablet should be consumed in the correct dose and for the exact duration as directed by your doctor.
Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
It can be taken with or without food.
It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Interactions of Trajenta 5 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements and herbals you are currently taking to avoid any possible interaction.
Medicines such as Carbamazepine, phenobarbital or phenytoin use control fits (seizures) and an antibiotic Rifampicin used for tuberculosis infection should be avoided.

Storage and disposal of Trajenta 5 MG

Store Trajenta 5 mg tablet at room temperature, protected from heat and moisture. Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Trajenta 5 MG

Overdose

If you have taken too much of Trajenta 5 mg tablet, inform your doctor or reach out to the nearby hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you forget to take a dose of Trajenta 5 mg tablet, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up fo...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Nikita Toshi

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is Trajenta 5 mg tablet contains metformin?

A: No, it does not contain metformin. It contains linagliptin as an active antidiabetic ingredient.

Q: Can Trajenta 5 mg tablet be taken with food?

A: Yes, Trajenta 5 mg tablet can be taken with or without food. However, it is very important to take this medicine every day at the same time for effective blood glucose control.

Q: Can Trajenta 5 mg tablet be crushed?

A: No, it should not be crushed and must be consumed as a whole.

Q: What happens if I take Trajenta 5 mg tablet with other antidiabetic medicines?

A: There are chances that your blood glucose may go very low. Hence you should inform your doctor about any other antidiabetic medicine you are currently taking. Your doctor may reduce the dose of your medicines to avoid hypoglycemia.

Q: What is the best time of day to take Trajenta 5?

A: You can take Trajenta 5 at any time of the day during the day or evening as told by the doctor. But try to take it at a fixed time every day for optimum results.

Q: What are the side effects of Trajenta 5 mg tablet?

A: Sweating, anxiety, blurred vision, fast heartbeat, paleness, mood changes, etc., are a few common side effects of Trajenta 5mg tab. Although not everyone gets them. Side effects often improve as your body gets used to the medicine.

Q: What is Trajenta 5mg used for?

A: Trajenta 5 mg is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus in addition to diet and exercise to improve blood glucose levels.

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