Samsung Sitagliptin Plus Tablets 50/500 mg

Adult dosage

This medication is generally taken twice a day with food, and the dose should be gradually increased to minimize gastrointestinal side effects from metformin. The initial dose will be determined based on the patient's current treatment regimen. 1. For patients not currently treated with metformin: - Take this medication 50/500 mg, 1 tablet twice a day - If necessary, may increase to 50/1000 mg, 1 tablet twice a day.

This medication is used for the treatment of diabetes and helps especially in controlling blood sugar levels. While taking this medication, serious allergic reactions may occur, although it is rare, so if symptoms such as rashes, hives, or difficulty breathing occur, it should be stopped immediately and a doctor consulted. Acute pancreatitis can occur, so if abdominal pain, vomiting, or severe abdominal pain appears, it should be reported to medical professionals immediately. This medication should not be used in patients with decreased kidney function, heart failure, acute myocardial infarction, or serious infections that can affect the kidneys. This medication must be discontinued prior to and after diagnostic tests involving radiopaque iodine agents and should only be resumed when kidney function is confirmed to be normal afterward. It is safe not to administer to women during pregnancy or those who may become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers. During the course of treatment, patients should be vigilant for hypoglycemia, as the risk may increase when used in conjunction with other hypoglycemic agents like insulin or sulfonylureas. Elderly patients may have decreased kidney function, so regular kidney function tests and possible dose adjustments are necessary. Additionally, patients with liver dysfunction or severe infections and dehydration should be cautious. Alcohol consumption should be avoided during treatment, and if sudden vomiting, diarrhea, or signs of dehydration occur, discontinuation and consultation with healthcare professionals are advised. Patients undergoing surgery should temporarily stop this medication 48 hours prior to the surgery and only resume it after oral intake is normalized and kidney function is recovered post-surgery. This medication can lower vitamin B12 levels, so regular blood tests to monitor this are recommended. In case of overdose, inform medical personnel immediately, and treatment such as hemodialysis may be required if necessary. Common side effects during treatment can include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, headache, and upper respiratory infections. If severe joint pain or a skin rash occurs, consult a doctor immediately. Finally, it is important to consistently perform regular blood sugar tests and kidney function tests while taking this medication, and to carefully observe the therapeutic effects and side effects.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, anaphylaxis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral or ocular mucosa, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, acute pancreatitis (including fatal/non-fatal hemorrhagic or necrotizing pancreatitis), severe lactic acidosis, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, cough and fever.

Mild side effects

• Diarrhea
• upper respiratory tract infection
• headache
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• rhinitis
• constipation
• muscle pain
• limb pain

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air from entering, and it is recommended to keep it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. This way of storage helps to maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

Pink oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/bottle, 30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle