Tajenta 5mg Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

Last Updated: December 16th, 2025

Tajenta 5mg Tablet is a product of Goodman pharmaceuticals

Composition: Linagliptin (5mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

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All Details About Tajenta 5mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Tajenta 5mg Tablet

Description:

Tajenta 5mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is used together with a healthy diet and regular exercise to control blood sugar levels. This helps prevent serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness.

Tajenta 5mg Tablet is normally prescribed when diet and exercise alone or other medicines do not prove sufficient to control your blood sugar level. Your doctor may prescribe it alone or in combination with other diabetes medicines. It can be taken with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and blood sugar levels. Employ it strictly as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking the medicine unless your doctor recommends it. It is important to stay on the diet and exercise program recommended by your doctor while taking this medicine. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.

The most common side effect of this medicine is hypoglycemia. It is important to recognize the symptoms of hypoglycemia (such as lightheadedness, sweating, dizziness, and fainting) and know how to deal with them. You can carry sugar or glucose candy and have it to control your symptoms if you experience any. It may also cause nasopharyngitis in some people. Contact your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or if they worry you.

Earlier taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, or pancreas problems. Some other medicines you are taking may interfere with this medicine. So, make sure your doctor knows about all the other medicines you are using. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Limit your alcohol intake while taking this medicine because it can increase your risk of developing low blood sugar levels. You may need regular tests, such as kidney function and blood glucose levels, to check that the medicine is working properly.

Uses:

Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Tajenta 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Tajenta

Cough
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Constipation
Vomiting
Diarrhea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Tajenta 5mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Tajenta 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Tajenta 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Tajenta 5mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Tajenta 5mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Tajenta 5mg Tablet is recommended.
However, Tajenta 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) and those on dialysis.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Tajenta 5mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Tajenta 5mg Tablet is recommended.
However, the use of Tajenta 5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

FAQs:

What is Tajenta 5mg Tablet used for?

Tajenta 5mg Tablet is used to lower blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes. In these patients, the body does not make enough insulin or is not able to use the insulin properly. Tajenta 5mg Tablet is used in patients whose blood sugar levels cannot be adequately controlled with one oral anti-diabetic medicine. It should be taken along with a balanced diet combined with exercise. Tajenta 5mg Tablet may be used together with other anti-diabetic medicines such as metformin, sulfonylureas (e.g., glimepiride, glipizide), empagliflozin, or insulin.

When should I take Tajenta 5mg Tablet?

Tajenta 5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food at any time of the day.

Is Tajenta 5mg Tablet bad for the kidneys?

No, there is no evidence that Tajenta 5mg Tablet is bad for the kidneys. It can be used without any dose adjustment in patients with renal impairment.

Is Tajenta 5mg Tablet safe to be taken for a long time?

Affirmative, it is safe to take Tajenta 5mg Tablet for a long time. Its long-term use, which can be months or even years, has not shown any harmful effects.

For how long I have to take Tajenta 5mg Tablet? Can I stop the medication?

You should keep taking Tajenta 5mg Tablet as directed by your doctor. You may have to take it for the rest of your life, depending on how well you can tolerate it. Do not abruptly stop taking the medicine, as it keeps your blood sugar levels under control and prevents health problems that may cause serious problems if left unchecked.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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