Tagon 20 Tablet (Teneligliptin 20mg)

About Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s

Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s belongs to the category of medicines called “anti-diabetic” primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes, especially in persons whose sugar levels are too high and cannot be controlled by dieting and exercising. It is used alone or in combination with other drugs to lower blood sugar levels. People with type 2 diabetes either do not produce enough insulin, or the insulin produced cannot perform its function in the body (insulin resistance). Middle-aged or older individuals are most likely to suffer from type 2 diabetes, also known as adult-onset diabetes.

Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s contains Teneligliptin, which belongs to the class of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors used Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s is prescribed for the condition of type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone cannot control their blood sugar levels. It works by blocking the action of DPP-4 (an enzyme that destroys the hormone ‘Incretin’). The enzyme ‘Incretins’ helps produce more insulin only when required and reduces the liver’s blood sugar level when not needed.

Take Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide what dose should be taken for better advice, and it can change timely depending upon your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as headache, hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose levels), upper respiratory tract infection, and nasopharyngitis (infection of nose and throat with common cold). Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s should not be stopped even if you feel better, without consulting your doctor as sugar level keeps changing. If you stop taking Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s abruptly, it may increase your sugar levels, which could further increase the risk of eyesight loss (retinopathy), kidney (nephropathy), and nerve damage (neuropathy). Please inform your doctor if you have any heart disease is or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding. Safety and efficacy of Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s in children have not been established, so it should not be given to them. Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s works best when coupled with a healthy lifestyle like losing weight if you are overweight (BMI>25), eating fewer calories (low fat and sugary food), and being more physically active (at least 150 min of activity every week).

Uses of Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Medicinal Benefits

Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s contains ‘Teneligliptin’ which belongs to the class of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors used to treat type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone cannot control their blood sugar levels. It works by blocking the action of DPP-4 (an enzyme that destroys the hormone ‘Incretin’). The enzyme ‘Incretins’ helps produce more insulin only when required and reduces the liver’s blood sugar level when not needed. Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes and for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis. Thus, Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s plays a vital role in controlling blood sugar levels and prevents serious complications of diabetes like eyesight loss (retinopathy), kidney (nephropathy), nerve damage (neuropathy), diabetic foot ulcer, and delayed wound healing.

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Directions for Use

Take Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s as advised by your doctor. Preferably take it with a meal to minimize stomach upset. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush, or break it. In case you missed taking Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s do not double the dose as it may decrease your blood sugar level (hypoglycemia) which can be fatal.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s

Every medicine has some side effects. In the beginning days of the treatment with Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s, you may suffer from headache, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels), upper respiratory tract infection, and nasopharyngitis (infection of nose and throat with common cold). But these would be temporary and may be relieved after some time. However, if you still have discomfort speak with the doctor.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s should not be taken if you are allergic to Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s. Safety and efficacy of Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s in children have not been established, so it should not be given to them. Prolonged intake of Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s may cause acute pancreatitis (swollen pancreas). Increased risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) can occur when Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s is added to other anti-diabetic agents or insulin therapy. In this case, your doctor may adjust the dose of Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s. Severe allergic reactions might occur in some patients taking Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s like anaphylaxis, angioedema (swelling under the skin), and exfoliative skin conditions. Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes and for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s interacts with medicines used to treat diabetes (glipizide, gliclazide, glimepiride) medicines used to treat high blood pressure (atenolol, bisoprolol, metoprolol, nadolol, propranolol), anti-depressant (bupropion, selegiline, isocarboxazid, phenelzine), painkillers (aspirin).

Drug-Food Interaction: Intake of excessive alcoholic beverages may increase the chance of a life-threatening condition known as Lactic Acidosis. So, avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Tagon 20 Tablet 15’s should be used with caution in patients with a history of pancreatitis/pancreatic disease, heart disease, severe ketosis, diabetic coma or history of diabetic coma, severe infection, surgery, and severe trauma.