As an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Linagliptin Teva® should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes or for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis, as it would not be effective in these settings.Linagliptin Teva® has not been studied in patients with a history of pancreatitis. It is unknown whether patients with a history of pancreatitis are at an increased risk for the development of pancreatitis while using Linagliptin Teva®.