afoglip tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is afoglip tablet used for?
Afoglip Tablet (Teneligliptin) is used to treat Type 2 diabetes mellitus as monotherapy or in combination with other antidiabetic agents.. It contains Teneligliptin (20mg), which Inhibits dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4), increasing levels of incretin hormones . Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Teneligliptin
- Manufacturer: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Medicine Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
🇮🇳 afoglip tablet के बारे में संक्षिप्त जानकारी (Hindi Summary)
afoglip tablet का उपयोग मुख्य रूप से anti diabetic और उससे जुड़ी समस्याओं के इलाज के लिए किया जाता है। इस दवा में मुख्य सामग्री के रूप में Teneligliptin (20mg) मौजूद है। इसे डॉक्टर की सलाह के बिना नहीं लेना चाहिए, खासकर गर्भावस्था (pregnancy) और लिवर (liver) की समस्याओं में।
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📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Teneligliptin |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Afoglip Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI DIABETIC |
| Action Class | DPP-4 inhibitors |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25°C); protect from moisture and light. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
Pharmacodynamics
💡 How and when to take afoglip tablet?
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
- ✅ Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- ✅ Do not exceed the recommended dose
- ✅ Complete the full course of medication
- ✅ Store at room temperature (20-25°C); protect from moisture and light.
⚙️ How afoglip tablet Works
Inhibits dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4), increasing levels of incretin hormones (GLP-1 and GIP), which stimulate insulin secretion and suppress glucagon release in a glucose-dependent manner.
💊 afoglip tablet Uses in Hindi (Ke Fayde), Benefits & Indications
Type 2 diabetes mellitus as monotherapy or in combination with other antidiabetic agents.
Off-label uses: None established.
⚠️ What are the side effects of afoglip tablet?
✅ Common Side Effects
- Hypoglycemia
- Headache
- Nasopharyngitis
- Upper respiratory tract infection
🚨 Serious Side Effects
- Pancreatitis
- Severe hypersensitivity reactions
- Angioedema
⚠️ Rare Side Effects
- Hepatic enzyme elevation
- Arthralgia
- Bullous pemphigoid
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| ⚠️ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Rifampin | Major | Reduced teneligliptin efficacy due to CYP3A4 induction. |
| Ketoconazole | Major | Increased teneligliptin exposure; monitor for adverse effects. |
| Sulfonylureas | Moderate | Increased risk of hypoglycemia. |
| Insulin | Moderate | Increased risk of hypoglycemia. |
| Digoxin | Minor | Possible slight increase in digoxin levels. |
| Warfarin | Minor | No significant interaction reported. |
🚨 Major Interactions
- CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin)
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole)
⚡ Moderate Interactions
- Sulfonylureas
- Insulin
ℹ️ Minor Interactions
- Digoxin
- Warfarin
🍽️ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions; may be taken with or without food.
🍷 Alcohol Interaction
Alcohol may increase risk of hypoglycemia; caution advised.
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🚫 Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to teneligliptin or any excipients; severe renal impairment (CrCl <30 mL/min) or end-stage renal disease.
📊 Monitoring Parameters
Blood glucose levels, HbA1c, renal function (periodically), liver function tests.
🤱 Lactation Safety
Not recommended; unknown if excreted in human milk.
💊 Overdose Management
Supportive care; monitor blood glucose; no specific antidote.
⏰ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for next dose; skip missed dose if next dose is due.
🛑 Myths vs. Facts about afoglip tablet
- Myth: Generic substitutes of afoglip tablet are less effective.
Fact: Approved generic medicines contain the exact same active ingredients (Teneligliptin (20mg)) and are just as safe and effective as the branded version. - Myth: Taking a double dose will cure my symptoms faster.
Fact: Taking more than the prescribed dose of afoglip tablet can lead to severe toxicity or an overdose. Stick strictly to your doctor's dosage. - Myth: This medicine is 100% safe for everyone.
Fact: No medicine is universally safe. Safety depends on your medical history, ongoing medicines, and potential allergies. Always consult a doctor.
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