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Nesina TM
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Active ingredients: alogliptin
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on February, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 6.25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on February, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 12.5 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on February, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 6.25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 6.25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 6.25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 6.25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 6.25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 6.25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 6.25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 6.25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 6.25 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light pink, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-6.25 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 12.5 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 12.5 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 12.5 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 12.5 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 12.5 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 12.5 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 12.5 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 12.5 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NESINA alogliptin (as benzoate) 12.5 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with TAK and ALG-12.5 printed on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 100 pack
- 14 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
- 60 pack
- 7 pack
- 90 pack
- 98 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
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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