Sitazit DM ER 10/1000 Tablet

Description

Sitazit DM 10mg/1000mg/100mg Tablet ER for quick reference:

Key Points:

• Composition:

  • Dapagliflozin (10mg): Increases glucose excretion via urine.

  • Metformin (1000mg): Reduces liver glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity.

  • Sitagliptin (100mg): Boosts insulin release and lowers liver glucose output.

• Use:

  • Treats Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (combined with diet/exercise).

  • Reduces risk of diabetes complications (kidney damage, blindness, cardiovascular events).

• Dosage:

  • Take once daily, with/without food, at a fixed time.

  • Do not crush/chew (extended-release tablet).

  • Never stop without consulting your doctor.

• Common Side Effects:

  • UTIs, genital fungal infections, nausea, diarrhea, headache, hypoglycemia.

  • Stay hydrated to prevent dehydration/UTIs.

• Precautions:

  • Avoid alcohol (risk of hypoglycemia/lactic acidosis).

  • Monitor blood sugar regularly.

  • Contraindicated in severe kidney/liver disease, diabetic ketoacidosis.

  • Consult doctor if pregnant/breastfeeding.

• Missed Dose:

  • Take ASAP, but skip if close to the next dose. Never double dose.

• Lifestyle:

  • Combine with healthy diet, exercise, and weight management for best results.

Warning:

• May cause dizziness—avoid driving if affected.

• High doses of metformin can lead to lactic acidosis (rare but serious).

Always follow your doctor’s advice for safe and effective use.