Sitagliptin is an oral anti-hyperglycemic medicine that belongs to the class of DPP-4 inhibitors. It is used to manage type II diabetes mellitus in adjunct to lifestyle changes. Diabetes is a chronic disease characterized by abnormally high levels of glucose in your blood. Type II diabetes is the most common form of diabetes where cells become resistant to insulin, leading to increased blood sugar. Sitagliptin increases the production of insulin and decreases the production of glucose.
How To Use
- Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water.
- Take this medicine with or without food, preferably with food.
- Swallow it as a whole, do not crush or chew the medicine.
- Take it at the same time to help you remember.
- Or use it exactly as instructed by your doctor.
Expert Advice
- Please take this medicine with or without meals.
- Please consult your prescriber immediately if you experience trouble breathing, persistent abdominal pain, or any other adverse effects.
- Dosage requires adjustment in case of trauma, surgery, and infection.
- Please monitor glucose levels throughout use of this medicine.
- Please ensure you tell your doctor you have diabetes before any surgery, getting medicine, etc.
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