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Composition :

TENELIGLIPTIN

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDIABETICS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Off. Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 009., Gujarat, India
Other Info - TEN0320

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FAQs

No, TENZULIX 20MG TABLET is prescribed for only type 2 diabetes and not for type 1 diabetes. It is advised to take TENZULIX 20MG TABLET with a meal.

There is no sufficient data on how TENZULIX 20MG TABLET affects pregnancy. It is safe to seek medical advice before you start TENZULIX 20MG TABLET if you are pregnant or get pregnant.

Do not stop taking TENZULIX 20MG TABLET until your prescribed course is finished, even if you feel better.

If you miss a dose of TENZULIX 20MG TABLET , you are advised to take it as soon as you remember. Do not double the dose as it may lead to a lowering of blood pressure. Take one daily at the same time.

Hypoglycemia refers to low blood sugar levels. TENZULIX 20MG TABLET can cause hypoglycemia. The symptoms of hypoglycemia include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness. Hypoglycemia can occur if you miss or delay your food, drink alcohol, over-exercise, or take other antidiabetic medicine along with this medicine. People with diabetes are advised to keep a quick sugar source like glucose tablets, honey, or fruit juice.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is best to avoid alcohol while taking medication.

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Pregnancy

Caution

TENZULIX 20MG TABLET , safety in pregnant women is not established. So, it should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor for advice before taking TENZULIX 20MG TABLET .

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Driving

Caution

There is no sufficient data on the effects on the ability to drive and use machines have been performed. However, do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness.

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Liver

Caution

If u have or had a history or evidence of any liver-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking medicine.

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Kidney

Caution

If u have or had a history or evidence of any kidney-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking medicine.

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Children

Unsafe

The safety and efficacy of TENZULIX 20MG TABLET in children have not been established. TENZULIX 20MG TABLET is not recommended in children.

About TENZULIX 20MG TABLET

TENZULIX 20MG TABLET 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.

TENZULIX 20MG TABLET contains Teneligliptin, which belongs to the class of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors used TENZULIX 20MG TABLET 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 TENZULIX 20MG TABLET as prescribed. You are advised to use TENZULIX 20MG TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as headache, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels), upper respiratory tract infection, and nasopharyngitis (infection of the nose and throat with a 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.

TENZULIX 20MG TABLET should not be stopped even if you feel better, without consulting your doctor as sugar level keeps changing. If you stop taking TENZULIX 20MG TABLET 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 breastfeed. The safety and efficacy of TENZULIX 20MG TABLET in children have not been established, so it should not be given to them. TENZULIX 20MG TABLET 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 TENZULIX 20MG TABLET

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

TENZULIX 20MG TABLET 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. TENZULIX 20MG TABLET should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes and for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis. Thus, TENZULIX 20MG TABLET 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.

Directions for Use

Take preferably with a meal to minimize stomach upset or as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush, or break it.

Side Effects of TENZULIX 20MG TABLET

  • Headache
  • Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels)
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Nasopharyngitis (infection of nose and throat with common cold)

Drug Warnings

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

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • GLIPIZIDE
  • GLICLAZIDE
  • GLIMEPIRIDE
  • ATENOLOL
  • BISOPROLOL
  • METOPROLOL
  • NADOLOL
  • PROPRANOLOL
  • BUPROPION
  • SELEGILINE
  • ISOCARBOXAZID
  • PHENELZINE
  • ASPIRIN

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

You should have a test of Glycated haemoglobin (HbA1C) every 3 months to check your blood glucose level control.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • ​​​​​Fill your half plate with starchy veggies, a quarter with proteins, and a quarter with whole grain.
  • Eat at regular intervals. Do not take a long gap between a meal or snack.
  • Monitor your blood sugar level regularly, especially when there are lots of fluctuations.
  • Invest in at least 150 min of moderate-intensity physical activity or one hour and 15 minutes of high-intensity exercise every week.
  • Lose weight gradually to achieve a healthy body mass index (18.5 to 24.9).
  • Replace refined carbohydrates containing whole-grain foods and increase the intake of fruits and veggies and other fiber-enriched foods.
  • Reduce intake of saturated fat (or hidden fats) in food like chips, crisps, pastries, biscuits, and samosas. Choose omega-3 fatty acid-containing oils for daily cooking. You can use palm oil, mustard oil, groundnut oil, rice bran oil, and safflower oil for frying.
  • Do not take stress as it may elevate your blood sugar level. You can adopt stress management techniques like mindfulness to control stress-related blood sugar changes.
  • Opt for low-fat dairy products (low-fat yogurt, fat-free milk, and cheese, etc.).
  • Keep your blood pressure as normal (120/80) as possible as it reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases in diabetes patients.

     

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