Alogliptin
alogliptin
CHEMICAL NAME
alogliptin
DRUG TYPE
dipeptidyl peptidase 4 inhibitors
Frequently Asked Questions
Alogliptin can cause serious side effects on your heart or pancreas, especially if you have ever had similar problems, or if you have kidney or liver disease.
Call your doctor right away if you have: signs of pancreatitis--severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back; or signs of heart failure--shortness of breath while lying down, weight gain, swelling in your legs or feet.
This medicine is not for treating type 1 diabetes.
Similar Drugs
Brand Name Examples | Supplied As | Strength |
Alogliptin | tablet | 12.5 mg25 mg6.25 mg |
Nesina | tablet | 12.5 mg25 mg6.25 mg |