Sitaglo M Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Sitaglo M Tablet Benefits & Uses

Sitaglo M Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Sitaglo M Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 50 mg sitagliptin and 500 mg metformin
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 50 mg sitagliptin and 500 mg metformin

Sitaglo M Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Sitaglo M Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Sitaglo M Tablet.

Mild
Is the use of Sitaglo M Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Sitaglo M Tablet does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Sitaglo M Tablet on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Sitaglo M Tablet. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Sitaglo M Tablet on the Liver?

Using Sitaglo M Tablet does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Sitaglo M Tablet on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Sitaglo M Tablet on heart. So it is not known whether taking Sitaglo M Tablet will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Sitaglo M Tablet with Other Drugs

Sitaglo M Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Clozapine

Benazepril

Acetazolamide

Sitaglo M Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sitaglo M Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Pancreatitis
Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Sitaglo M Tablet

Is this Sitaglo M Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Sitaglo M Tablet does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Sitaglo M Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Sitaglo M Tablet only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Sitaglo M Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Sitaglo M Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sitaglo M Tablet

There is no information on the effects of taking Sitaglo M Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Sitaglo M Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Sitaglo M Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Sitaglo M Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Sitaglo M Tablet work?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Sitaglo M Tablet works by decreasing the hepatic glucose production. It also works to lower blood sugar by increasing your sensitivity to insulin and decreasing the amount of glucose that is absorbed from the food you eat.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Sitaglo M Tablet cause stomach ulcers?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Sitaglo M Tablet commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Sitaglo M Tablet with your meal and increase the dose gradually.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Sitaglo M Tablet with a beta-blocker?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, you can take Sitaglo M Tablet with a beta-blocker. People with diabetes tend to develop heart disease or stroke at an earlier age than the general population. One reason for this is that high glucose levels increase your risk of high blood pressure (hypertension). No harmful interactions are seen between them. However, a recent study suggests that beta-blockers can decrease the plasma level of Sitaglo M Tablet and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Sitaglo M Tablet cause alopecia (hair loss)?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Sitaglo M Tablet is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Sitaglo M Tablet type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Sitaglo M Tablet cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Sitaglo M Tablet can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). However, this can also occur if you delay or miss a meal, drink alcohol, exercise more than usual, can't eat due to stomach upset, and taking other antidiabetic medicine with metformin. So, regular monitoring of blood glucose level is needed and be cautious of symptoms of hypoglycemia, always keep glucose-rich food with you.