Sita Tablet 25 mg (Sitagliptin Phosphate Hydrate)

Adult dose

This medication is administered once daily at a dose of 100 mg, with a maximum recommended dose of 100 mg per day. It can be taken regardless of meals. Dosage adjustment is needed based on kidney function. - Mild renal impairment (eGFR 60–90 mL/min/1.73 m2): No dosage adjustment needed. - Moderate renal impairment (eGFR 45–60 mL/min/1.73 m2):

This medication is used for the treatment of diabetes and helps to control blood sugar levels. Rarely, severe allergic reactions may occur during treatment with this medication, so if symptoms such as skin rash, breathing difficulties, or swelling of the face or neck appear, you should immediately stop taking the medication and consult your healthcare provider. Additionally, this medication can cause pancreatitis, a condition that involves inflammation of the pancreas, so you should inform your healthcare provider immediately if you experience severe abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting. This medication should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis, and those who are hypersensitive to this medication or its components should also avoid it. Patients with impaired kidney function should have their dosage adjusted and administered with caution, and attention is needed for potential allergic reactions to the dye included in this medication. While taking this medication, hypoglycemia may occur, especially when taken with insulin or sulfonylureas, which can increase the risk of hypoglycemia. If severe joint pain or skin blistering symptoms occur, you should immediately consult your doctor to determine whether to discontinue the medication. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding are advised against using this medication as its safety has not been established, and its safety and efficacy have not been confirmed in children and adolescents under 18 years of age. In elderly patients, renal function may decline, so it is advisable to monitor kidney function regularly before and after taking this medication. In cases of overdose, general symptomatic treatment should be performed, and if necessary, some of the drug may be removed by hemodialysis. This medication tends to have fewer interactions with other medications, but caution is necessary when used in combination with certain drugs, so it is advisable to consult a doctor or pharmacist. If any abnormal symptoms occur while taking this medication, it is essential to consult your healthcare provider for appropriate actions.

Serious side effects

• Severe allergic reactions: anaphylaxis, angioedema, urticaria, rash, cutaneous vasculitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, exfoliative skin disease.
• Acute pancreatitis: fatal/non-fatal hemorrhagic or necrotizing pancreatitis.
• Respiratory issues: interstitial lung disease.
• Severe edema: peripheral edema.
• Serious neurological symptoms: severe and disabling joint pain.
• Severe skin adverse reactions: blistering dermatitis.
• Liver abnormalities (jaundice): elevation of liver enzymes.

Mild side effects

• Upper respiratory infection
• nasopharyngitis
• headache
• diarrhea
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• constipation
• vomiting
• muscle pain
• limb pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture and should be kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way can help maintain the medication's efficacy for a long time.

Appearance

Pink, round, biconvex, film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTPX3]