Kwangdong Metformin Citalopram Tablet 50/850 mg

Adult dose

This medication is generally taken twice daily with food, and doses should be gradually increased to minimize gastrointestinal side effects associated with metformin. 1. For patients who are not currently being treated with metformin: - Start with a dose of 50/500 mg taken twice daily, 1 tablet at a time. - Can increase to 50/1000 mg, taken twice daily, 1 tablet at a time. 2. For patients currently being treated with metformin:

This medication contains sitagliptin and metformin, used for diabetes treatment. When taking this medication, severe allergic reactions may occur, so if symptoms such as skin rash, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the face or lips appear, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a doctor. Acute pancreatitis, a serious inflammation of the pancreas, may occur, so pay close attention to symptoms such as abdominal pain, vomiting, and severe abdominal discomfort and inform medical personnel immediately if symptoms occur. The metformin contained in this medication can cause lactic acidosis, a rare but serious metabolic disorder, in patients with decreased kidney function, so kidney function should be periodically checked and it should not be taken if kidney function is impaired. Particularly in cases of dehydration, severe infection, heart disease, before and after surgery, liver dysfunction, pregnancy, and breastfeeding, this medication should not be used or should be used with caution. Additionally, irregular meals, excessive exercise, and interactions with other medications can lead to hypoglycemia, so blood sugar levels should be monitored closely. During the use of this medication, side effects such as diarrhea, headache, upper respiratory infection, and hypoglycemia symptoms should be managed promptly. Drinking alcohol may increase the risk of lactic acidosis, so alcoholic beverages should be avoided during treatment. Discontinue this medication 48 hours prior to surgery and resume only after confirming that kidney function is normal post-surgery. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant and nursing mothers should not take this medication, and safety has not been established for children and adolescents under 18 years of age. Elderly patients are at higher risk of decreased kidney function, so regular kidney function tests are necessary and maintaining doses below the maximum dose is advisable. In case of overdose, immediate treatment at a medical institution is required, and if necessary, blood dialysis may be used to eliminate the drug. It is important to have regular blood tests and kidney function tests during treatment, and to consult a doctor immediately if any abnormal symptoms occur.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), anaphylaxis, rash, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, severe skin adverse reactions, acute pancreatitis, acute renal failure, difficulty breathing, severe and debilitating joint pain, bullous pemphigoid, thrombocytopenia, hypoglycemia, lactic acidosis, liver dysfunction (including symptoms of jaundice), severe neurological symptoms (such as headache, consciousness confusion, seizures), severe edema or urination abnormalities (reduced urine output, systemic issues)

Mild side effects

• Diarrhea
• upper respiratory infection
• headache
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• nasopharyngitis
• constipation
• thrombocytopenia
• pruritus

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture and should be kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Therefore, it should be stored away from excessively hot or cold places.

Appearance

Pink oval film-coated tablet with '715' engraved on one side

Package unit

30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP x 3)]