Procyta Tablet 50 mg (Sitagliptin Hydrochloride Monohydrate)

Adult dose

This medication is administered once daily at a dose of 100 mg in monotherapy or combination therapy, with a maximum daily dose of 100 mg. It can be taken regardless of meals. For patients with renal impairment, dosage adjustments are required based on renal function. - Mild renal impairment (eGFR 60 or above but less than 90): No dosage adjustment needed - Moderate renal impairment (eGFR 45 or above but less than 60): No dosage adjustment needed - Moderate renal impairment

This medication may rarely cause serious allergic reactions; therefore, if symptoms such as skin rash, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the face or lips occur after taking the medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a doctor. Also, pancreatitis, which is inflammation of the pancreas, may occur during treatment with this medication, so if symptoms such as abdominal pain, vomiting, or loss of appetite appear, notify healthcare personnel immediately. This medication should not be used by patients with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis, and patients who are allergic to this medication or its components should not take it. Patients with impaired kidney function may experience slowed excretion of this medication, so dosage adjustments should be made as directed by a physician, and regular kidney function tests are important. While taking this medication, side effects such as upper respiratory infections, nasopharyngitis, headache, diarrhea, etc., may occur; if symptoms are severe or persist for a long time, consult a doctor. Particularly, when taken with insulin or sulfonylurea, hypoglycemic symptoms may occur, so blood sugar levels should be monitored regularly, and dosage adjustments may be necessary if required. Rare side effects such as severe joint pain or blistering skin diseases have also been reported, so if there is severe pain in the joints or blistering or rashes on the skin, inform healthcare personnel immediately. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid using this medication as its safety has not been established, and it is not recommended for children or adolescents under 18 years of age. In case of overdose, general emergency care should be received, and if necessary, blood dialysis may be performed to remove the medication; thus, care should be taken not to exceed the prescribed dose. Finally, this medication tends to have fewer drug interactions, but if taken with cyclosporine or digoxin, changes in blood concentration may occur, so it is essential to inform the doctor about other medications being taken and to undergo regular monitoring.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, anaphylaxis, rash, exfoliative skin conditions (including Stevens-Johnson syndrome), severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/eye mucosal pain, acute pancreatitis, severe edema, acute kidney failure, severe and disabling joint pain, blistering pemphigoid, severe allergic reactions, severe skin adverse reactions, respiratory issues, liver abnormalities,

Mild side effects

• Hypoglycemia
• upper respiratory infection
• nasopharyngitis
• headache
• diarrhea
• indigestion
• dizziness
• nausea
• constipation
• muscle pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is best to keep the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature, which will help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a prolonged period.

Appearance

Light apricot-colored, round, biconvex film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/box [14 tablets/PITP*2]