Tenepride 10 mg Tablet

Composition

• Teneligliptin 10 mg

Description

Tenepride 10 mg Tablet belongs to the class of medicines known as DPP-4 inhibitors (gliptins). It is used in the management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. By blocking the DPP-4 enzyme, it increases incretin hormone levels, which help in stimulating insulin release and reducing excess glucose production in the liver.

Uses

• Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)

• Controls fasting and postprandial (after meal) blood glucose

• May be prescribed alone or in combination with other antidiabetic medicines like metformin, sulfonylureas, or insulin

Benefits

• Improves blood sugar control

• Low risk of hypoglycemia (when used alone)

• Convenient once-daily dosage

• Helps reduce long-term complications of diabetes

Dosage

• Usual adult dose: 10 mg once daily, with or without food

• Dose may vary as per doctor’s advice

Side Effects

Common:

• Headache

• Cold or sore throat

• Constipation

• Mild hypoglycemia (rare, more with combination therapy)

Rare:

• Rash or allergic reaction

Precautions

• Not for Type 1 Diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis

• Use cautiously in kidney or liver impairment

• Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use only under medical advice

• Regular monitoring of blood glucose and HbA1c is necessary

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight

• Keep away from children

 Packaging

• Pack size: Usually available in strip of 10 tablets

✅ Note: To be taken only on a doctor’s prescription. Maintaining a healthy diet and exercise is equally important for best results.