Citamax 50/500 mg

Adult dose

This medication is generally taken twice daily with food, and the dosage should be gradually increased to minimize gastrointestinal adverse effects from metformin. 1. For patients not treated with metformin: The initial dose is this medication 50/500 mg, taken twice daily at a dose of 1 tablet, and it can be increased to 50/1000 mg taken twice daily at a dose of 1 tablet. 2. For patients currently treated with metformin: The recommended initial dose is...

This medication is composed of two ingredients, sitagliptin and metformin, and is primarily used to assist with blood sugar control in patients with type 2 diabetes. During treatment with this medication, severe allergic reactions may occur. If you experience symptoms such as skin rashes, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the lips or face, you must immediately stop taking the medication and visit a hospital. Acute pancreatitis, a severe inflammation of the pancreas, may occur; sudden abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting should prompt immediate consultation with a doctor. Patients with poor kidney function, dehydration, severe infections, or heart failure should not use this medication, and particularly those with impaired kidney function should avoid taking it. Prior to receiving tests involving iodine contrast agents, this medication should be temporarily discontinued, and it should only be resumed after confirming normal kidney function post-test. It is safer for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding to avoid taking this medication. This medication can cause hypoglycemia, so caution is necessary if meals are skipped, irregular eating habits are followed, or excessive exercise is performed. Additionally, while taking this medication, you should have your liver and kidney functions checked regularly to ensure there are no abnormalities. Alcohol can be dangerous when taken with this medication, so avoiding alcohol consumption is advisable. Patients scheduled for surgery should stop taking this medication 48 hours before surgery, and only resume it once recovering kidney function is confirmed after the procedure. During treatment with this medication, gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhea, headache, nausea, vomiting, or abdominal discomfort may occur. If severe joint pain or skin blisters develop, you should immediately consult a doctor. The risk of hypoglycemia can be increased when this medication is combined with other glucose-lowering drugs or insulin, so dosage adjustments may be needed if necessary. Elderly patients are at increased risk of deteriorating kidney function, so extra caution is needed when taking this medication, and regular kidney function tests are recommended. In the case of overdose, seek medical attention immediately for appropriate treatment, and the medication can be removed through dialysis. Patients taking this medication should fully understand the potential benefits and risks, and regularly monitor their blood sugar and kidney functions to manage their health status.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (angioedema)
• chest tightness
• difficulty breathing
• anaphylaxis
• severe allergic reactions
• severe skin adverse reactions
• rash
• cutaneous vasculitis
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome

Mild side effects

• Diarrhea
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• upper respiratory infections
• rhinitis
• headache
• hypoglycemia
• constipation
• weakness

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that does not allow air to pass through, preferably at a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the drug's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

Bright pink oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP x 3]