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Brand name: Nesina TM
Active ingredients: alogliptin
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April 1, 2021. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April 1, 2021. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
NESINA is indicated to improve glycaemic control in adult patients (>= 18 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise do not provide adequate glycaemic control, as add on to metformin, a sulphonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, insulin (with or without metformin), or in combination with metformin and a thiazolidinedione when dual therapy does not provide adequate glycaemic control.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April 1, 2021. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient alogliptin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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