The daily pill trades the convenience of once-weekly injection for the freedom of no needles, but adds dosing constraints (empty stomach, limited water, 30-minute food restriction)
For patients with higher risk factors, such as significant stomach symptoms or known delayed digestion, simple precautions can reduce risk
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend annual influenza vaccination for all people 6 months and older, with particular emphasis for those with diabetes and obesity, as these conditions increase risk for severe influenza complications
A study comparing the pharmacodynamics, efficacy, and safety of linagliptin among Japanese, Asian, and White patients with T2DM showed that a better reduction in HbA1c was achieved in the Asian patients as compared to the Caucasians, without any added safety issue [33]
Minor soreness or swelling at the injection site is common and usually resolves within a few days
Proponents claim it benefits patients with heavy metal poisoning, circulation issues, coronary disease, and chronic fatigue syndrome