Tradjenta
Tradjenta is linagliptin 5mg film-coated tablets for type 2 diabetes mellitus, a selective DPP-4 inhibitor that spares the incretins.
- Category
- Diabetes Management
- Active ingredient
- Linagliptin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 5mg
You will receive a quality branded generic or generic, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Tradjenta on your behalf.
- Condition
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Alternative names
- Trajenta
- Therapeutic class
- Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (DPP-4) Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Gliptin
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to linagliptin; type 1 diabetes mellitus; diabetic ketoacidosis
- Minor side effects
- nasopharyngitis; upper respiratory tract infection; headache
- Moderate side effects
- hypoglycaemia
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Manufacturer
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- Onset time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature away from moisture and direct light.
- Drug interactions
- rifampicin
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years.
Precautions and warnings
monitor for signs of pancreatitis; observe for skin reactions; avoid in patients with severe hepatic impairment
Serious side effects
acute pancreatitis, requires immediate medical attention; bullous pemphigoid, requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Tradjenta is linagliptin 5mg film-coated tablets for type 2 diabetes mellitus, a selective DPP-4 inhibitor that spares the incretins.
Mechanism of action
This medication functions as a selective inhibitor of the DPP-4 enzyme. By preventing the breakdown of incretin hormones, it stimulates insulin secretion and suppresses glucagon release in a glucose-dependent manner, thereby stabilizing blood sugar levels.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use is not recommended. Breastfeeding: Discuss benefits and risks with a physician.
Tradjenta contains linagliptin, a medication indicated for the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. The same active ingredient is sold elsewhere under the brand name Trajenta. This medication is supplied as a tablet in 5mg strength to assist with effective glucose regulation.
Buying Tradjenta online
Generic linagliptin remains a more affordable choice than the original brand, offering an accessible solution for expats and those living at a distance from local medical supplies.
What will I receive when I order Tradjenta?
A branded generic or generic containing linagliptin, at the strength you choose. Yasabai lists the medicine as Tradjenta; the exact brand and manufacturer depend on stock. It is a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor, used for type 2 diabetes mellitus.
What is the price of Tradjenta?
It depends on the strength and pack. Tradjenta comes in a 5mg strength, in packs of 30 to 180 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What conditions is Tradjenta used for?
Tradjenta contains linagliptin, used for type 2 diabetes mellitus. Linagliptin functions as a selective inhibitor of the DPP-4 enzyme.
When does Tradjenta start working?
Linagliptin usually starts to work within 1 to 2 weeks. It varies from person to person.
What are the side effects of Tradjenta?
The common side effects of linagliptin are nasopharyngitis, upper respiratory tract infection and headache. Less common ones include hypoglycaemia. Serious but less common side effects include acute pancreatitis, bullous pemphigoid and anaphylaxis, which need urgent medical attention.
Can I take Tradjenta with other medicines?
Linagliptin can interact with rifampicin. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Tradjenta.
What is another brand name for linagliptin?
Other brands of linagliptin include Trajenta.
Do I need a prescription to buy Tradjenta in Thailand?
No. In Thailand linagliptin is sold by pharmacists without a prescription, and Yasabai does not ask for one either. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Tradjenta delivered in Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Tradjenta is the name this medicine is listed under. What you receive is a branded generic or generic with the same active ingredient (Linagliptin) at the same dose.
- We supply branded generics and generics only, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers, not originator brand packs.
- The exact brand and manufacturer depend on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.