A prescription medication combining two active ingredients: Sitagliptin (50 mg) and Metformin (500 mg). It is designed to help manage blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Benefits:
• Improved Blood Sugar Control: Effective in lowering blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes.
• Dual Mechanism: Combines Sitagliptin and Metformin for a comprehensive approach to blood sugar management.
• Lower Risk of Hypoglycemia: Generally lower risk of causing low blood sugar when used as directed.
Precautions:
• Not suitable for patients with severe kidney or liver impairment.
• Avoid alcohol consumption while using this medication, as it may increase the risk of lactic acidosis, a rare but serious side effect.
• Inform your healthcare provider if you have a history of heart disease, kidney disease, or pancreatic issues.
• Not intended for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.
Side Effects:
• Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, and headache.
• Rarely, it may cause lactic acidosis, with symptoms like muscle pain, difficulty breathing, and unusual tiredness. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience these symptoms.
• Some patients may experience symptoms of low blood sugar, such as dizziness and sweating, especially if combined with other diabetes medications.
Main Ingredients & Their Benefits:
• Sitagliptin: Helps regulate insulin levels after meals, providing blood sugar control with reduced risk of hypoglycemia.
• Metformin: Lowers blood glucose by reducing glucose production in the liver and improving insulin sensitivity, essential for effective blood sugar management.
Benefits:
• Improved Blood Sugar Control: Effective in lowering blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes.
• Dual Mechanism: Combines Sitagliptin and Metformin for a comprehensive approach to blood sugar management.
• Lower Risk of Hypoglycemia: Generally lower risk of causing low blood sugar when used as directed.
Precautions:
• Not suitable for patients with severe kidney or liver impairment.
• Avoid alcohol consumption while using this medication, as it may increase the risk of lactic acidosis, a rare but serious side effect.
• Inform your healthcare provider if you have a history of heart disease, kidney disease, or pancreatic issues.
• Not intended for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.
Side Effects:
• Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, and headache.
• Rarely, it may cause lactic acidosis, with symptoms like muscle pain, difficulty breathing, and unusual tiredness. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience these symptoms.
• Some patients may experience symptoms of low blood sugar, such as dizziness and sweating, especially if combined with other diabetes medications.
Main Ingredients & Their Benefits:
• Sitagliptin: Helps regulate insulin levels after meals, providing blood sugar control with reduced risk of hypoglycemia.
• Metformin: Lowers blood glucose by reducing glucose production in the liver and improving insulin sensitivity, essential for effective blood sugar management.
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