A new option for long-term blood sugar control - Trelagliptin succinate tablets, easier to take once a week

For patients with type 2 diabetes, long-term medication to control blood sugar is a big challenge. Traditional hypoglycemic drugs need to be taken multiple times a day, which is not only easy to miss, but may also affect the patient's quality of life. In recent years, with the advancement of medical technology, Trelagliptin Succinate Tablets , as a long-acting DPP-4 inhibitor , has provided diabetic patients with a more convenient and efficient blood sugar control solution with its "once a week" administration method. This article will introduce the mechanism of action, clinical advantages, applicable population and medication recommendations of Trelagliptin Succinate Tablets in detail to help diabetics better understand this innovative drug.

 

1. What is Trelagliptin Succinate Tablets?

Trelagliptin succinate tablets are a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor that selectively inhibits the DPP-4 enzyme, thereby increasing the activity of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) in the body , thereby promoting insulin secretion, inhibiting glucagon release, and achieving a smooth blood sugar lowering effect.

Core Features:

✅ Long-term sugar control ——only need to take once a week, greatly reducing the frequency of medication

✅ Gastrointestinal friendly - compared with traditional hypoglycemic drugs, it has fewer gastrointestinal side effects

✅ Flexible combination therapy - can be used in combination with other oral hypoglycemic drugs (such as metformin) to enhance efficacy

 

2. Why is the “once a week” dosing regimen more suitable for diabetic patients?

(1) Improving medication compliance

Studies have shown that more than 50% of diabetic patients miss medications , and taking medication multiple times a day is more likely to cause blood sugar fluctuations. Trelagliptin's "one tablet a week" design greatly reduces the risk of missed doses, and is especially suitable for busy young and middle-aged patients and elderly patients with memory loss .

(2) Reduce medication burden and improve quality of life

Traditional glucose-lowering drugs (such as sulfonylureas and α-glucosidase inhibitors) usually need to be taken 2-3 times a day , while trelagliptin only needs to be taken once a week at a fixed time . Patients do not need to carry medication with them and can travel and dine out more freely.

(3) Stabilize blood sugar control and reduce blood sugar fluctuations

The mechanism of action of DPP-4 inhibitors determines that they can steadily control blood sugar and avoid the risk of hypoglycemia that may be caused by insulin secretagogues. They are especially suitable for patients with large blood sugar fluctuations .

 

3. Clinical advantages of trelagliptin succinate tablets

(1) Long-term hypoglycemic effect, lasting for 168 hours

Trelagliptin has a half-life of approximately 50 hours , which can maintain stable drug concentrations in the body and ensure blood sugar control throughout the week without the need for frequent refills.

(2) Lower gastrointestinal side effects

Compared with metformin (which may cause diarrhea and nausea) and acarbose (which may cause bloating), trelagliptin has better gastrointestinal tolerance and is suitable for patients with sensitive gastrointestinal tract.

(3) Suitable for various patients with type 2 diabetes

● Newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes patients (monotherapy)

● Patients who have used other glucose-lowering drugs but have not responded well (combination therapy)

● Older patients with diabetes (low risk of hypoglycemia)

 

4. How to use Trelagliptin Succinate Tablets correctly

(1) Recommended dosage

● Usually dose: once a week, 100 mg each time (specific dosage should be adjusted according to doctor’s advice)

● Time of taking: Take it on the same day every week (such as Monday morning) to avoid forgetting

(2) Applicable population and contraindications

● Applicable population : Adults with type 2 diabetes

● Use with caution in patients with severe renal insufficiency (dose adjustment required)

● Contraindications : Patients with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis

(3) Recommendations for combined medication

● Combined with metformin : Enhances blood sugar-lowering effect and reduces insulin resistance

● Combined with SGLT-2 inhibitors : synergistically lower blood sugar and protect cardiovascular system

 

5. FAQ

Q1: Will trelagliptin cause hypoglycemia?

A: The risk of hypoglycemia is low when trelagliptin is used alone, but caution is required when used in combination with insulin or sulfonylureas.

Q2: What should I do if I miss a dose?

A: If you miss a dose, you should take it as soon as you remember. Then take the medicine once a week as planned. Do not take a double dose on the same day .

Q3: Can trelagliptin replace insulin?

A: It cannot be a complete replacement. Insulin-dependent patients still need insulin treatment, but trelagliptin can be used as an auxiliary treatment to optimize the blood sugar control plan.

 

6. Trelagliptin succinate tablets – making sugar control easier

For patients with type 2 diabetes, long-term adherence to medication is the key to controlling blood sugar. The "once a week" dosing mode of Trelagliptin Succinate Tablets not only improves medication compliance , but also reduces the psychological burden of patients , making blood sugar control easier. If you or your family are troubled by taking medication multiple times a day , you may wish to consult a doctor to find out whether Trelagliptin is suitable for your treatment plan. Long-term blood sugar control, start with one tablet a week!

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