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Linagliptin tablets for diabetes

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Linagliptin will help to reduce blood sugar (glucose) levels in people with type 2 diabetes. It is often taken alongside other antidiabetic medicines.

N'oubliez pas de suivre les conseils qui vous ont été donnés concernant votre régime alimentaire et l'exercice physique.

Side-effects are uncommon but could include cough and cold-like symptoms. A rare side-effect is persistent or severe tummy pain - you should let your doctor know about this if it happens to you.

At a glance

  • Linagliptin is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes.

  • It helps control blood sugar by increasing insulin and reducing glucagon.

  • Take tablets exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

  • Linagliptin may cause side-effects like cough or rash.

  • Seek medical advice if you experience severe tummy pain.

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About linagliptin

Type de médicament

An antidiabetic medicine, known as a DPP-4 inhibitor or an incretin enhancer

Utilisé pour

Adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus

Aussi appelé

Trajenta®
Combination brands: Jentadueto® (linagliptin with metformine); Glyxambi® (linagliptin with empagliflozine)

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Insulin is a hormone which is made naturally in your body. It helps to control the levels of sugar (glucose) in your blood. If your body does not make enough insulin, or if it does not use the insulin it makes effectively, this results in the condition called diabète (diabète sucré).

People with diabetes need treatment to control the amount of sugar in their blood. This is because good control of blood sugar levels reduces the risk of complications later on. Some people can control the sugar in their blood by making changes to the food they eat but, for other people, medicines like linagliptin are given alongside the changes in diet.

Linagliptin works in part by increasing the amount of insulin produced by your body, which then controls the level of sugar in your blood. It also reduces the amount of a substance called glucagon being produced by your pancreas. Glucagon causes your liver to produce more sugar; so, by reducing the amount of glucagon in your body, this also helps to reduce the levels of sugar in your blood.

For more information on how antidiabetic medicines like linagliptin work, see the separate leaflet called Traitement du diabète de type 2.

Some medicines are not suitable for people with certain conditions, and sometimes a medicine can only be used if extra care is taken. For these reasons, before you start taking linagliptin it is important that your doctor knows:

  • Si vous êtes enceinte ou si vous allaitez.

  • Si vous avez des problèmes avec le fonctionnement de vos reins.

  • Si vous prenez d'autres médicaments. Cela inclut tous les médicaments que vous prenez et qui sont disponibles à l'achat sans ordonnance, ainsi que les médicaments à base de plantes et les médecines complémentaires.

  • Si vous avez déjà eu une réaction allergique à un médicament.

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  • Before you start the treatment, read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet from inside the pack. It will give you more information about linagliptin tablets and will provide you with a full list of the side-effects which you may experience from taking them.

  • Take linagliptin tablets exactly as your doctor tells you to. Your dose will be on the label of the pack to remind you about what the doctor said to you.

  • If you are taking a brand of linagliptin tablets called Trajenta®, the dose is 5 mg (one tablet) daily. You can generally take the tablet at a time of day to suit you, but it is best to take your doses at the same time of day each day. You can take these tablets either with or without food.

  • If you have been prescribed a combination tablet of linagliptin with metformin (Jentadueto® brand) you should take one tablet twice a day. Take the tablet after you have eaten a meal or with a snack, as this will help to reduce the chance of an upset stomach. There are two strengths of Jentadueto® tablet - both strengths contain the same amount of linagliptin but the amount of metformin differs. You will be prescribed the strength of tablet that fits with your current metformin dose.

  • Si vous oubliez de prendre une dose, prenez-la dès que vous vous en souvenez (sauf s'il est presque l'heure de votre prochaine dose, auquel cas laissez de côté la dose oubliée). Ne prenez pas deux doses ensemble pour compenser une dose oubliée.

  • Il est important que vous respectiez vos rendez-vous réguliers chez le médecin et à la clinique. Cela permet de suivre vos progrès. Vous aurez besoin de contrôles réguliers dans une clinique ophtalmologique et une clinique podologique, ainsi qu'avec votre médecin et la clinique du diabète.

  • Votre médecin peut vous recommander de tester régulièrement le sucre (glucose) dans votre sang ou vos urines pour vérifier que votre diabète est bien contrôlé. Votre médecin ou votre infirmière spécialisée en diabète vous montrera comment faire cela.

  • Si votre médecin vous a conseillé de modifier votre régime alimentaire, d'arrêter de fumer ou de faire de l'exercice régulièrement, il est important de suivre les conseils qui vous ont été donnés.

  • Ne buvez pas d'alcool, car cela peut affecter le contrôle de votre glycémie. Demandez conseil à votre médecin si vous avez besoin de plus d'informations à ce sujet.

  • Si vous êtes conducteur, vous devez faire particulièrement attention, car votre capacité de concentration peut être affectée si votre diabète n'est pas bien contrôlé. Il peut vous être conseillé de vérifier votre glycémie avant de voyager et d'avoir une collation avec vous lors de longs trajets.

  • Consultez votre médecin avant de commencer tout nouvel exercice physique, car cela aura un effet sur votre taux de sucre dans le sang et vous devrez peut-être vérifier vos niveaux de sang ou d'urine plus régulièrement.

  • Make sure you know what it feels like if your blood sugar is low. This is known as hypoglycaemia, or a 'hypo'. Although linagliptin is unlikely to cause low blood sugar, other medicines that you are taking for diabetes alongside it may. The first signs of hypoglycaemia are feeling shaky or anxious, sweating, looking pale, feeling hungry, having a feeling that your heart is pounding (palpitations), and feeling dizzy.

  • If you are due to have an operation or dental treatment, you should tell the person carrying out the treatment that you have diabetes and that you are taking linagliptin.

  • If you get unusually thirsty, pass urine more frequently than normal, and feel very tired, you should let your doctor know. These are signs that there is too much sugar in your blood and your treatment may need adjusting.

  • Treatment for diabetes is usually lifelong. Continue to take linagliptin tablets unless you are advised otherwise by your doctor.

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Along with their useful effects, most medicines can cause unwanted side-effects although not everyone experiences them. The table below contains some of the ones associated with linagliptin. You will find a full list in the manufacturer's information leaflet supplied with your medicine. The unwanted effects often improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine, but speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following continue or become troublesome.

Linagliptin side-effects (these affect fewer than 1 in 100 people)

Que puis-je faire si je ressens cela ?

Cough, nose and throat symptoms; rash

Si l'un de ces éléments devient problématique, consultez votre médecin pour obtenir des conseils

Important: this medicine can cause persistent and severe tummy pain in a few people. If this happens to you, you should speak with your doctor as soon as possible as it can be a symptom of an inflamed pancreas (pancréatite).

Important : Metformin can lower the level of vitamine B12 in your body. Long-term treatment may lead to vitamin B12 deficiency, especially at higher doses and in people with other risk factors. Your doctor may test your blood to check for low vitamin B12 levels, which can be corrected by taking a vitamin supplement. Speak to your doctor if you notice any signs of low vitamin B12 levels including extreme tiredness, a sore and red tongue, mouth ulcers, pins and needles or pale or yellow skin

Si vous ressentez d'autres symptômes que vous pensez être dus aux comprimés, parlez-en à votre médecin ou à votre pharmacien pour obtenir des conseils supplémentaires.

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Ne jamais dépasser la dose prescrite. Si vous pensez que vous ou quelqu'un d'autre avez pris une overdose de ce médicament, rendez-vous immédiatement au service des urgences de l'hôpital le plus proche. Apportez le contenant avec vous, même s'il est vide.

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If you buy any medicines 'over the counter', always check with a pharmacist that they are suitable to take with your prescribed medicines.

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Si vous avez des questions concernant ce médicament, demandez à votre pharmacien.

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Questions fréquemment posées

How does linagliptin specifically contribute to controlling blood sugar?

Linagliptin helps control blood sugar by increasing the amount of insulin your body produces. It also works by reducing the production of glucagon from your pancreas, a substance that causes your liver to create more sugar. By doing these two things, linagliptin helps to lower the sugar levels in your blood.

What should I do if I am already taking other medications when prescribed linagliptin?

It is important to inform your doctor about all other medicines you are currently taking before starting linagliptin. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, as well as any herbal or complementary medicines, to ensure they are suitable to use alongside linagliptin.

Can I take linagliptin at different times each day?

You can generally take Trajenta® (linagliptin only) at a time of day that suits you. However, it's best to take your doses at the same time every day to maintain consistency. If you are on a combination tablet like Jentadueto®, it should be taken twice a day, after a meal, or with a snack.

What important health checks should I regularly have while taking linagliptin?

While taking linagliptin, it's important to keep your regular doctor's and clinic appointments. This typically includes regular check-ups with an eye clinic, a foot clinic, and your diabetes clinic to monitor your progress and overall health.

What are the common side effects of linagliptin and what should I do if I experience them?

Common side effects associated with linagliptin, affecting fewer than 1 in 100 people, include cough, nose and throat symptoms, and rash. If any of these become troublesome or you experience other symptoms you believe are due to the tablets, you should speak with your doctor for advice.

What are the signs of low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) and what should I do?

The signs of low blood sugar, or a 'hypo', can include feeling shaky or anxious, sweating, looking pale, feeling hungry, heart palpitations, and dizziness. While linagliptin itself is unlikely to cause low blood sugar, other diabetes medicines you are taking might. It's important to know what these symptoms feel like so you can act accordingly.

What precautions should I take regarding alcohol consumption while on linagliptin?

You should avoid drinking alcohol as it can affect the control of your blood sugar. If you require further advice about this, you should ask your doctor.

What should I be aware of if I am prescribed a combination tablet containing linagliptin and metformin?

If you are prescribed a combination tablet like Jentadueto® (linagliptin with metformin), you should take one tablet twice a day after you have eaten a meal or with a snack. This helps reduce the chance of an upset stomach. It's also important to note that metformin can lower vitamin B12 levels, so your doctor may test for this and suggest supplements if needed.

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Michael Stewart, MRPharmS

Medicine Leaflet Review Manager – Contractor, Pharmacist

BPharm (Hons), MRPharmS

Michael is a community pharmacist practicing in the Midlands and South Yorkshire with more than 20 years’ experience advising on medicines and medical conditions. He has a strong background in healthcare training, having produced and delivered training courses for pharmacy teams and staff of residential care settings, including nurses. He has also contributed to pharmacy advisory boards for the management of low acuity conditions in the community.

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Sid Dajani

Sultan Dajani qualified at the London School of Pharmacy in 1994 and became the youngest elected member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society council since its founding in 1842.

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  • Next review due: 5 Apr 2028
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