Hyglyiam Tablet 50/1000 mg (Sitagliptin, Metformin)

Adult dose

This medication is generally taken twice a day with food and the dosage is gradually increased to reduce gastrointestinal adverse reactions caused by metformin. 1. Patients not previously treated with metformin: The initial dose is 50/500 mg twice daily, 1 tablet per dose, and it can be increased to 50/1000 mg twice daily, 1 tablet per dose. 2. Patients currently being treated with metformin: The recommended initial dose is

This medication contains two components that aid in blood sugar control. First, although rare, this medication can cause serious allergic reactions, so if symptoms such as rash or difficulty breathing occur, the medication should be stopped immediately and a doctor consulted. Second, there is a risk of pancreatitis, which is inflammation of the pancreas; therefore, if sudden abdominal pain, vomiting, or fever occurs, immediate medical attention should be sought. Third, one of the components of this medication should not be administered to patients with severely impaired kidney function, and caution is advised in patients with moderately impaired kidney function. Fourth, patients in serious conditions such as acute infections, dehydration, acute myocardial infarction, or heart failure should not take this medication. Fifth, before and after examinations using iodinated contrast media, this medication should be stopped for a certain period and resumed only after confirming that kidney function is normal. Sixth, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, as well as breastfeeding women, should not take this medication. Seventh, this medication may cause symptoms of hypoglycemia, so caution is needed when skipping meals, eating irregularly, or engaging in strenuous exercise. Eighth, during the use of this medication, regular monitoring of kidney function and blood tests should be conducted to check for abnormalities. Ninth, alcohol consumption may increase the risk of serious side effects when taken with this medication, so it should be avoided. Finally, if sudden muscle pain, joint pain, rash, or blisters occur while taking this medication, immediate consultation with a doctor is required. This medication should be managed carefully according to the doctor's instructions before and after taking it, and it is important to consult medical personnel immediately if any abnormal symptoms occur.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• angioedema
• anaphylaxis
• exfoliative dermatitis
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• acute pancreatitis
• acute renal failure
• dyspnea
• unstable angina
• severe lactic acidosis

Mild side effects

Diarrhea, upper respiratory tract infection, headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, nasopharyngitis, constipation, myalgia, limb pain, back pain, pruritus, thrombocytopenia, rhabdomyolysis, decreased appetite, itching, dizziness, hypoglycemia, severe joint pain associated with disability, symptoms related to metabolic and nutritional disorders, symptoms related to mental disorders.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture and kept at temperatures between 1°C and 30°C to maintain its effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

Red-brown oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

Bottle - 100 tablets/bottle, Bottle - 30 tablets/bottle