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Zilenta Tablet

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Composition FOR Zilenta 20mg Tablet

Teneligliptin(20mg)

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food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Zilenta Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
None
CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zilenta Tablet.
UNSAFE
Zilenta Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zilenta Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Zilenta 20mg Tablet

Teneligliptin(20mg)

Zilenta tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is used along with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.

How zilenta tablet works

Zilenta Tablet is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas and decreasing the hormones that raise blood sugar levels. This reduces the fasting and postmeal sugar levels.

Common side effects of zilenta tablet

Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Constipation, Dizziness, Headache, Diarrhea, Increased body temperature

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Expert advice FOR Zilenta Tablet

  • Teneligliptin should be taken at the same time every day since this helps you remember to take it.
  • Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Teneligliptin affects you.
  • It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
  • Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice joint pains or develop symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea and/or vomiting.
  • Teneligliptin should be taken at the same time every day since this helps you remember to take it.
  • Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Teneligliptin affects you.
  • You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with this medicine.
  • It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
  • Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.
  • Chances of weight gain and low blood sugar are lesser as compared to other diabetes medicines.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice joint pains or develop symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea and/or vomiting.
  • Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while taking this medicine.

Frequently asked questions FOR Zilenta 20mg Tablet

Teneligliptin

Q. Does Zilenta Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Zilenta Tablet is not known to cause weight gain by itself. However, keeping a healthy weight is an important part of managing diabetes. Consult your doctor if you experience weight gain while taking Zilenta Tablet.
Q. Is Zilenta Tablet bad for your kidneys?
No, Zilenta Tablet is not bad for your kidneys if your kidney function is normal. However, it is important to inform your doctor if you have, or ever had, any kidney problems. If you have kidney problems, you may need dose modification.
Q. Do I still have to manage my diet and exercise while on Zilenta Tablet?
Yes, it is important to manage your diet and exercise while taking Zilenta Tablet. In addition to medicine, making healthy food choices and being physically active are also important to effectively manage blood sugar levels. You may consult a dietitian and follow a diet chart that suits you best. A well-balanced diet is one part of a healthy lifestyle for people with type 2 diabetes. Additionally, thirty minutes of exercise such as a brisk walk is recommended.
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Q. Can my blood sugar levels go too low on Zilenta Tablet?
Yes, it is possible that your blood sugar levels may become very low (hypoglycemia). The chances are higher if you are on any other antidiabetic medicine or insulin along with Zilenta Tablet. Additionally, blood sugar levels can take a huge dip if you skip meals, exercise more than usual, or if you have taken an overdose of Zilenta Tablet. If you experience a sudden fall in your sugar levels, inform your doctor. The doctor may suggest dose modification to prevent your blood sugar levels from decreasing significantly (hypoglycemia). Follow your doctor’s advice and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
Q. How long do I need to take Zilenta Tablet?
Zilenta Tablet only helps to manage your blood sugar levels but does not cure your diabetes. Keep taking Zilenta Tablet as long as your doctor recommends it. You may have to take it lifelong. It is important to keep your blood sugar levels under control as any fluctuations in your blood sugar levels may cause serious problems. Therefore, do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor.
Q. What will happen if I accidentally take more than the prescribed dose of Zilenta Tablet?
If you have accidentally taken more than the prescribed dose of Zilenta Tablet, your blood sugar levels may become too low (hypoglycemia). This hypoglycemia may be mild or severe. Monitor your blood sugar levels more frequently for the next 24 hours. Mild episodes of hypoglycemia (with symptoms like anxiety, sweating, weakness, tremors, fast heartbeat) can usually be corrected with the help of sugary foods such as sugar or glucose candy, fruit juice and glucose/glucon-D. However, it is important to consult your doctor to decide the further course of treatment. More severe episodes of hypoglycemia may even lead to a seizure (fit) or unconsciousness. This can be life-threatening and immediate medical help may be required.
Q. What if I miss a dose of Zilenta Tablet?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If in case you do not remember until it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses of Zilenta Tablet at the same time.
Q. What is the most important information I should know about Zilenta Tablet?
Zilenta Tablet is safe to use if taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. However, in rare cases, some serious side effects can also be observed. In some people, Zilenta Tablet may cause inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis) which could be severe and can even lead to death. If you experience severe and persistent pain in your stomach area (abdomen), stop the medication and immediately contact your doctor. Zilenta Tablet can also cause heart failure. This means the heart is not able to pump blood well enough, therefore, inform your doctor if you have or ever had heart problems before you start taking Zilenta Tablet. In addition to that, problems related to kidneys should also be discussed with the doctor.
Q. Is Zilenta Tablet safe to be taken for a long term?
Yes, it is safe to take Zilenta Tablet for a long time. Its long-term use, which can continue for months, years or even lifelong, has not shown any harmful effects. Keep taking Zilenta Tablet as long as your doctor recommends it. Remember, Zilenta Tablet only helps to keep your blood sugar levels under control but does not cure your diabetes.

Content on this page was last updated on 09 November, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)