About alogliptin
Dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor
Used for
- Treats type 2 diabetes alongside diet and exercise
- May be used alone or with other diabetes medicines
Usual adult dose
Usual dose is 25 mg once daily; 12.5 mg once daily for moderate kidney impairment, with further adjustment for severe impairment.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Cold-like symptoms
- Stomach discomfort or diarrhea
- Joint pain
Important warnings
- Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis
- Rarely causes pancreatitis or severe allergic reactions
- May cause heart failure, particularly with existing heart or kidney disease
- Dose adjustment may be needed for kidney impairment
Pregnancy
There is limited information; use during pregnancy requires careful consideration of diabetes treatment options.
Breastfeeding
It is unknown whether alogliptin passes into breast milk; discuss treatment options with a healthcare professional.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.