Sita tablet 50 mg 14?s increases insulin and lowers glucagon production. This results in lowering of the blood glucose levels.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Sita tablet 50 mg 14?s

Anxiety severe

Headache severe

Chills severe

Blurred vision severe

Confusion severe

Nausea severe

Cough

Fever

Sore throat

Uses of Sita tablet 50 mg 14?s
What is it prescribed for?

Type II Diabetes Mellitus
Sita tablet 50 mg 14?s reduces blood glucose levels in patients with type II diabetes mellitus.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed after 1-4 hours of administration.

Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

Safe with Alchohol?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.

Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. If the medicine is used, close monitoring of the infant for any undesired side effects is recommended.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Sita tablet 50 mg 14?s .

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. If the medicine is used, close monitoring of the infant for any undesired side effects is recommended.

General Warnings

Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in children and adolescents.

Bullous pemphigoid
This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased risk of bullous pemphigoid, a hypersensitivity reaction of the skin. Any unusual symptoms such as skin blisters or skin rashes should be reported to the doctor on priority. Therapy with the medicine may be discontinued based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Diabetic ketoacidosis
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of diabetic ketoacidosis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.

Type 1 diabetes mellitus
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions
Interaction with Medicines

Clozapine moderate

Acetazolamide moderate

Gatifloxacin severe

Benazepril moderate

Bexarotene severe

Bumetanide moderate

Disease interactions

severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of pancreatitis due to the increased risk of recurrent pancreatitis. Report any symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, etc. to the doctor immediately. Therapy with the medicine may be discontinued based on the clinical condition of the patient.

moderate
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Appropriate dose adjustments should be done based on the clinical condition.

Lab interactions

General Instructions

Take Sita tablet 50 mg 14?s with or without food. Do not crush or chew the tablet. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other details

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

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August 12, 2019

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Sitagliptin [Internet].
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11 September 2019