Sitagliptin 10/100 mg Tablet (Dapagliflozin, Sitagliptin)

Adult dosage

This medication can be administered as one tablet once daily, regardless of meals, for patients prescribed sitagliptin 100 mg and dapagliflozin 10 mg. The tablet must be swallowed whole.

This medication may cause serious allergic reactions, so if symptoms such as skin rash, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the face or neck occur, you should immediately stop taking it and consult a doctor. Acute pancreatitis may occur during the use of this medication, so if symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, or fever appear, you must inform healthcare professionals immediately. This medication should not be used in patients with allergies to certain components, type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, or patients undergoing dialysis. Patients with reduced fluid volume or kidney function issues may experience low blood pressure or kidney damage, so renal function and fluid status should be carefully checked and monitored before and during use. The effectiveness of blood sugar control may vary based on kidney function, so its use is not recommended in patients with severe renal impairment. This medication may increase the risk of genital infections or urinary tract infections, so if symptoms of infection occur, immediate treatment should be sought. There is a risk of hypoglycemia, so when taken with insulin or sulfonylureas, you should be aware of symptoms of hypoglycemia and may need to adjust the dosage if necessary. Elderly patients or those with impaired liver function may experience enhanced effects of the drug, so careful evaluation before use and regular renal function testing are recommended. Pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised not to take this medication, and if pregnancy is confirmed, it should be discontinued immediately. In the case of overdose, as there is no specific antidote, appropriate treatment should be given based on symptoms, and monitoring may be needed at a hospital. This medication does not significantly affect the ability to drive or operate machinery, but caution is needed due to the possibility of hypoglycemic symptoms. Store this medication out of reach of children and keep it in its original package to maintain its quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), anaphylaxis, angioedema, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory disturbances accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), severe drowsiness, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and very severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness.

Mild side effects

• Hypoglycemia
• dry mouth
• constipation
• back pain
• polyuria
• nocturia
• external genital itching
• genital itching
• elevated hematocrit
• increased serum creatinine

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. To maintain the medication's effectiveness, it is recommended to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

This medication is a light yellow, oval-shaped film-coated tablet.

Package unit

28 tablets/box [7 tablets/PTP (Alu-Alu) × 4]