Seltamet Tablet 50/850 mg

Adult dose

Generally, this medication is taken twice a day with food, and the dosage is gradually increased to reduce gastrointestinal side effects caused by Metformin. 1. For patients not currently receiving Metformin treatment: Start with this medication 50/500 mg taken as 1 tablet twice daily, and dosage can be increased to 50/1000 mg taken as 1 tablet twice daily. 2. For patients currently receiving Metformin:

This medication contains two active ingredients: Sitagliptin and Metformin. Sitagliptin is used for diabetes treatment, but serious allergic reactions, skin disorders, or pancreatitis may occur rarely, so caution is needed. Metformin helps lower blood sugar but may lead to lactic acidosis, a serious side effect, in patients with poor kidney function or decreased liver function, thus caution is warranted. Patients with moderate or greater kidney impairment, acute heart failure, severe infections, and women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid using this medication for safety. When taking this medication, one must be careful due to the increased risks of hypoglycemia or lactic acidosis from irregular meal patterns, intense physical activity, and interactions with other medications. During treatment, it is important to regularly check not only blood sugar levels but also kidney function, liver function, and vitamin B12 levels. This medication can cause hypoglycemic symptoms, especially when taken with insulin or sulfonylureas, so extra caution is necessary. Alcohol consumption can increase the risk of lactic acidosis, so it is advisable to avoid drinking during treatment. Patients scheduled for surgery should discontinue this medication 48 hours prior to surgery and should only resume after confirming normal kidney function post-surgery. If symptoms such as rash, urticaria, severe abdominal pain, difficulty breathing, or sudden swelling occur, consult a physician immediately. In elderly patients, there is an increased risk of side effects due to decreased kidney function, so dosage adjustments and regular kidney function checks are necessary. In case of overdose, seek medical attention immediately for appropriate treatment, as some components can be removed by dialysis. Finally, this medication is not recommended for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant or for breastfeeding women.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• angioedema
• anaphylaxis
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• rash
• cutaneous vasculitis
• exfoliative dermatitis
• bullous pemphigoid
• acute pancreatitis
• acute renal failure

Mild side effects

• Diarrhea
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• upper respiratory infection
• nasopharyngitis
• headache
• hypoglycemia
• muscle pain
• limb pain

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air exposure, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

Pink oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

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