Wedica Tablet 100 mg contains Trelagliptin Succinate, a long-acting dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor used for the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps control blood glucose levels by enhancing the body’s natural incretin hormones, making it unique due to its once-weekly dosing regimen.

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Indications

Wedica Tablet is indicated for:

• Type 2 diabetes mellitus as an adjunct to diet and exercise
• Patients requiring improved glycemic control
• Use as monotherapy or in combination with other antidiabetic agents

Mechanism of Action

Trelagliptin inhibits the DPP-4 enzyme, resulting in:

• Increased levels of incretin hormones (GLP-1 and GIP)
• Enhanced insulin secretion in a glucose-dependent manner
• Reduced glucagon secretion
• Improved blood glucose control without significant risk of hypoglycemia

Its long half-life allows for once-weekly administration.

Dosage and Administration

• Taken orally once weekly, on the same day each week
• Can be taken with or without food
• Swallow the tablet whole with water
• Dose should be taken regularly for optimal glycemic control
• Follow physician instructions carefully for dose adjustments

Benefits

• Convenient once-weekly dosing improves adherence
• Effective blood glucose control
• Low risk of hypoglycemia when used alone
• Weight-neutral effect
• Can be combined with other diabetes medications

Side Effects

Common side effects may include:

• Nasopharyngitis (common cold symptoms)
• Headache
• Mild gastrointestinal discomfort
• Dizziness

Rare but serious side effects:

• Pancreatitis
• Hypersensitivity reactions
• Joint pain (severe cases reported with DPP-4 inhibitors)

Precautions and Warnings

• Not indicated for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis
• Use cautiously in patients with renal impairment
• Monitor blood glucose regularly
• Discontinue if pancreatitis is suspected
• Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding only if advised by a physician

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Drug Interactions

Wedica Tablet may interact with:

• Other antidiabetic medications (risk of hypoglycemia when combined)
• Insulin or sulfonylureas
• Drugs affecting renal function

Consult a healthcare provider before combining with other treatments.

Storage

• Store below 30°C in a dry place
• Protect from moisture and light
• Keep out of reach of children.