Dihashita Tablets 50/1000 mg

Adult dosage

This drug is generally taken twice a day with food, and the dosage is gradually increased to reduce gastrointestinal adverse effects caused by metformin. 1. Patients not currently being treated with metformin: Take this drug 50/500 mg twice a day, 1 tablet per dose, and it may be increased to 50/1000 mg. 2. Patients already being treated with metformin: Sitagliptin 50 mg once a day

This drug contains sitagliptin and metformin, antidiabetic agents that help control blood sugar. While taking this drug, serious allergic reactions may occur, so if symptoms such as skin rash, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the face or neck appear, stop taking the drug immediately and consult a physician. There is a risk of pancreatitis, which is inflammation of the pancreas, so if symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, or fever occur, notify healthcare professionals immediately. This drug should not be administered to patients with severely impaired kidney function or patients with acute diseases such as severe infections, dehydration, or acute myocardial infarction. Before undergoing tests using radiocontrast iodine agents, this drug should be temporarily discontinued, and it should be resumed only after confirming that kidney function is normal post-examination. It is safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women not to take this drug. This drug may cause hypoglycemia, so when taken with other hypoglycemic agents, blood sugar levels should be checked frequently, and attention should be paid to symptoms of hypoglycemia. Maintain regular meals and adequate exercise while taking this medication, and have regular kidney function and blood tests. Alcohol consumption may increase the risk of lactic acidosis, so it is advisable to avoid drinking alcohol while on this medication. If oral intake is difficult due to surgery or serious illness, this drug should be temporarily discontinued, and it can be restarted once the condition improves. Gastrointestinal side effects such as diarrhea, nausea, or headache may occur during the use of this drug, and if symptoms are severe, consult healthcare professionals. Elderly patients are at risk of reduced kidney function, so they should have frequent kidney function tests before and during treatment, and dosage adjustments may be necessary. In case of an overdose of this drug, immediately visit a healthcare facility for appropriate treatment, as some components can be removed by dialysis. There may be drug interactions, so if there are other medications being taken, it is essential to inform the healthcare provider, especially when combined with drugs affecting kidney function. If there are unusual symptoms or discomfort while taking this drug, it is important to consult healthcare professionals immediately.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• angioedema
• anaphylaxis
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• acute pancreatitis
• acute renal failure
• difficulty breathing
• unstable angina
• severe arthritis with disability
• bullous pemphigoid

Mild side effects

• Diarrhea
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• upper respiratory infection
• nasopharyngitis
• headache
• hypoglycemia
• decreased appetite
• itching

Store this drug in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and it is advisable to keep it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Dark red oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

28 tablets/PTP, 56 tablets/PTP