Sitagliptin and Dapagliflozin Tablets 10/100 mg

Adult dosage

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

This medication contains sitagliptin and dapagliflozin and is used for diabetes treatment. Firstly, serious allergic reactions may rarely occur during the use of this medication, so if symptoms such as skin rash, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the face or neck appear, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a doctor. Additionally, there is a risk of acute pancreatitis, which is inflammation of the pancreas, so if symptoms of abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting occur, notify healthcare personnel immediately. Dose adjustment is needed for patients with decreased kidney function, and this medication should not be given to patients with severe kidney disease or those on dialysis. Dapagliflozin may cause dehydration and low blood pressure due to decreased body fluids, so elderly patients or those taking diuretics should regularly monitor their blood pressure and fluid status. Symptoms of low blood sugar may occur, so if insulin or sulfonylurea drugs are taken concurrently, caution should be taken against hypoglycemic symptoms, and medication dosage may need to be adjusted as required. This medication may increase the risk of genital infections and urinary tract infections, so treatment should be sought immediately if signs of infection appear. Furthermore, serious infections known as Fournier's gangrene may rarely occur, so if there is pain, redness, or swelling in the genital area, inform a doctor immediately. It is recommended that women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as well as nursing women, do not use this medication. Safety and efficacy in children and adolescents under 18 years have not been established. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so seek appropriate treatment at a medical institution immediately. Finally, caution is needed when driving or operating machinery due to the risk of hypoglycemia, and this medication should be stored in its original container and out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, paleness, anaphylaxis, angioedema, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, exfoliative skin disease, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe

Mild side effects

Headache, upper respiratory infection, nasopharyngitis, constipation, vomiting, cough, dry mouth, hunger, dyspepsia, diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, dizziness, palpitations, fever, pain, drowsiness, itching, myalgia, arthralgia, low back pain, increased blood triglycerides, abnormalities in blood and lymphatic system, decreased appetite, increased appetite, weight loss, weight gain, hair loss, dermatitis, dry skin, allergic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, nail pigmentation,

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to maintain storage temperatures between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage will prolong the drug's efficacy and safety.

Appearance

Bright yellow oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

Box - 28 tablets/box [(7 tablets/PTP (Alu-Alu) x 4)], Box - 30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP (Alu-Alu) x 3)]