Sitaglo DM 10mg/500mg/100mg Tablet

Product Highlights

✔️ Helps in effective blood sugar control
✔️ Lowers the risk of diabetes-related complications
✔️ Improves insulin utilization in the body
✔️ Supports weight management in diabetic patients

Uses of Sitaglo DM Tablet

🔹 Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
🔹 Helps control high blood sugar levels
🔹 Reduces risk of kidney, heart, and nerve complications
🔹 Supports weight loss by promoting glucose excretion
🔹 Aids in better insulin response in the body

How It Works

🔹 Dapagliflozin (10mg): Helps the body remove excess glucose through urine by blocking a glucose-absorbing protein in the kidneys.
🔹 Metformin (500mg): Lowers glucose production in the liver and increases insulin sensitivity to control blood sugar.
🔹 Sitagliptin (100mg): Enhances insulin secretion by increasing incretin levels and reduces sugar production by the liver.

Dosage & How to Use

🕒 When & How to Take It:
✔️ Take one tablet daily or as prescribed by your doctor.
✔️ Swallow whole with water; do not crush, chew, or break the tablet.
✔️ Can be taken with or without food, but at the same time daily for best results.

📌 Missed a Dose?
✔️ Take it as soon as you remember.
✔️ If it’s close to your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose.

Side Effects

⚠️ Common Side Effects:
🔹 Diarrhea
🔹 Nausea & Vomiting
🔹 Flatulence (gas)
🔹 Increased urination (Polyuria)
🔹 Genital fungal infections
🔹 Sore throat & Nasal congestion
🔹 Urinary tract infection (UTI)
🔹 Headache & Dizziness
🔹 Low blood sugar (Hypoglycemia)

📌 Seek medical attention if:
✔️ You experience severe stomach pain, dizziness, or allergic reactions.
✔️ You notice signs of severe hypoglycemia (shaking, sweating, confusion).

Safety Advice

⚠️ Precautions:

🚫 Alcohol: Avoid alcohol as it may increase the risk of lactic acidosis and worsen blood sugar control.
🤰 Pregnancy: Consult your doctor before use.
🤱 Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor before use.
🚗 Driving: Not safe – may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision.
🩺 Kidney & Liver Conditions: Use with caution; consult your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease.

🌡️ Storage: Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Quick Tips

💡 Take at the same time daily to maintain stable blood sugar levels.
💡 Stay hydrated to prevent dehydration and urinary infections.
💡 Monitor blood sugar regularly for better diabetes management.
💡 Follow a balanced diet and regular exercise for best results.

FAQs

❓ Can I take Sitaglo DM for weight loss?
✔️ While it helps in glucose excretion and weight management, it should only be taken under medical supervision.

❓ Can I stop taking Sitaglo DM if my sugar levels are normal?
✔️ No, stopping it suddenly can lead to a spike in blood sugar. Always consult your doctor before stopping.

❓ Can Sitaglo DM cause low blood sugar?
✔️ Yes, especially if combined with other diabetes medications. Monitor blood sugar regularly.

❓ Can I take this tablet with insulin?
✔️ Your doctor will decide if you need insulin along with this medication based on your blood sugar levels.