A medication used to treat adults with type 2 diabetes by regulating blood glucose levels. This helps improve glycemic control and reduces the risk of diabetes-related complications.
Indications:
- Controls blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes patients.
- Reduces the risk of complications such as nerve damage, kidney damage, and cardiovascular issues.
- Can be used alongside diet and exercise to improve glucose control.
Main Active Ingredients:
- Saxagliptin hydrochloride 5 mg.
Precautions:
- Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is essential.
- Not suitable for individuals with a known hypersensitivity to saxagliptin or any other ingredients.
- Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems.
Side Effects:
- Headache.
- Nasopharyngitis.
- Nausea.
- Hypoglycemia (especially when combined with other antidiabetic agents).
Drug-Drug Interactions:
- Other antidiabetic medications.
- CYP3A4/5 inhibitors or inducers.
- Certain cardiovascular drugs.
Saxagliptin Hydrochloride, Croscarmellose Sodium, FD&C Blue #2, Lactose Monohydrate, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyethylene Glycol, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Shellac Glaze, Talc, Titanium Dioxide, Red Iron Oxide (5 mg strength), Yellow Iron Oxide (2.5 mg strength).