Stamet Tablet 50/1000 mg

Adult dose

This medication is generally taken twice a day with food, and the dosage is gradually increased to reduce gastrointestinal side effects from metformin. The initial dosage is determined according to the patient's current treatment regimen. 1. Patients not currently treated with metformin: Take this medication 50/500 mg twice daily, 1 tablet at a time; it is possible to increase to 50/1000 mg. 2. Patients on metformin treatment:

This medication contains sitagliptin and metformin and is used for diabetes treatment. Firstly, serious allergic reactions may occur while taking this medication, so if symptoms such as rash, hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the face or neck appear, you should immediately stop taking the medication and inform your healthcare provider. Additionally, rare side effects such as pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) have been reported, so if sudden abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, or fever occurs, consult your doctor immediately. Metformin, included in this medication, can cause a rare but fatal metabolic condition known as lactic acidosis, so it should not be used in cases of severe dehydration, infections, heart disease, liver disease, or impaired kidney function. Particularly, if kidney function is moderately impaired or you are undergoing tests involving iodine contrast agents, you should discontinue this medication and restart it only after kidney function has recovered. This medication should not be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women, type 1 diabetes patients, or patients with acute metabolic acidosis. Be cautious as hypoglycemia may occur due to irregular eating habits, excessive exercise, or interactions with other medications, and the risk of hypoglycemia may increase when used in combination with insulin or sulfonylureas. Regular kidney function and blood tests should be conducted while on this medication, as vitamin B12 deficiency may occur and needs monitoring. If you are scheduled for surgery or have severe infections or trauma, temporarily discontinue use and resume after stabilization. Finally, alcohol consumption may increase the risk of lactic acidosis, so excessive drinking should be avoided during treatment, and any discomfort experienced should be consulted with your healthcare provider.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, anaphylaxis, rash, exfoliative skin disease (including Stevens-Johnson syndrome), acute pancreatitis (either fatal/non-fatal hemorrhagic or necrotizing pancreatitis), acute renal failure, difficulty breathing, unstable angina, severe allergic reactions, severe and disabling joint pain, bullous pemphigoid, rhabdomyolysis, severe hypoglycemia, lactic acidosis, elevated liver enzymes, liver abnormalities (possible jaundice)

Mild side effects

• Diarrhea
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• upper respiratory infection
• nasopharyngitis
• headache
• hypoglycemia
• joint pain
• muscle pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air from entering, and it is advisable to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This storage method helps maintain the drug's effectiveness and prevents deterioration.

Appearance

Dark red oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

56 tablets (14 tablets/PTP x 4)