Zita 50 mg Tablet
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Uses of Zita 50 mg Tablet:
Type 2 diabetes
Composition of Zita 50 mg Tablet:
Sitagliptin 50mg
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Description
Type 2 diabetes
Uses
Sitagliptin is generally used in treatment of the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It is generally used in treatment of addition to diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adult patients with type 2 diabetes.
Side effects
- Headache
- Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar level) in combination with insulin or sulphonylurea
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Upper respiratory tract infection
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Sitagliptin, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Sitagliptin is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Sitagliptin is an anti-diabetic drug. It increases the release of insulin from pancreas and decreases the harmones that raise blood glucose levels to make the condition better. This reduces the pre-meal and postmeal blood sugar levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Sitagliptin a statin?
Sitagliptin belongs to the class of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors and not a statin. This statin belongs to a class of lipid-lowering drugs.
Q. Is Sitagliptin safe?
Sitagliptin is safe if you use it as per the prescribed dose and duration. Still, you may notice some side effects such as nasopharyngitis, upper respiratory tract infection, headache and low blood sugar levels ( hypoglycemia) when used along with sulphonylureas or insulin.
Q. Is Sitagliptin a blood thinner?
Sitagliptin is an antidiabetic drug and not a blood thinner. It belongs to the class of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors.
Q. When can I stop taking Sitagliptin ?
Do not abstain from Sitagliptin without your doctor's approval as this may cause a sudden spike in blood sugar levels. If you notice stomach pain while consuming Sitagliptin, inform your doctor and stop taking it. Adhere to your doctor's instruction strictly.
Q. Does Sitagliptin interact with other drugs?
The interaction of Sitagliptin with other medicines is very limited. Sitagliptin is an antidiabetic medicine and is less likely to cause low blood sugar levels(hypoglycemia). If you take Sitagliptin with other antidiabetic medicines, the risk of hypoglycemia increases.
Q. Does Sitagliptin have any role in the management of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?
Sitagliptin along with metformin is used off-label for the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) as it has shown efficacy in this condition in some clinical studies. However, its use in PCOS is yet not approved. Please consult your doctor.
Q. Can I use Sitagliptin with rosuvastatin?
Sitagliptin and rosuvastatin can be used together. No drug interactions or side effects are noted.
Q. Can I take Sitagliptin with Metformin?
Sitagliptin and Metformin can be taken together. It is an add-on treatment for patients with high blood sugar levels even after consuming Metformin. The risk of getting hypoglycemia(low blood sugar levels) doesn't become high when both the drugs are taken together. Yet, a dose adjustment must be needed if the drugs are taken together.
Q. Can I take Sitagliptin with insulin?
Yes, you can take Sitagliptin with insulin.When used together can lower the insulin dose and reduces the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels).
Q. Can I take Sitagliptin with Glipizide?
Sitagliptin and Glipizide can be taken together which can help to keep the blood sugar levels in control. However, both the drugs are antidiabetic and the working mechanism differs. If the dose of glipizide is not adjusted there are chances of getting hypoglycemia(low blood sugar levels).
Q. Is it beneficial to use Sitagliptin with liraglutide?
It is highly recommended not to take both drugs together as they increase the level of incretin hormones. When they are used together, there is an increased risk of getting pancreatitis as a side effect.
Q. Does Sitagliptin cause weight loss?
Sitagliptin is weight neutral and not related to any weight loss or weight gain.
Q. Does the use of Sitagliptin cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels)?
Sitagliptin can cause hypoglycemia(low blood sugar levels). The risk increases if you skip your meals, consume alcohol and take other antidiabetic drugs. Be aware of the symptoms of hypoglycemia and keep glucose tablet, fruit juice or honey handy. It is important to monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
Q. Is the use of Sitagliptin associated with cancer?
In some clinical studies, Sitagliptin Sitagliptin has been associated with pancreatic cancer.it belongs to the group of drugs named as incretins.so, it is advisable to talk to your doctor regarding the same.
Q. Does the use of Sitagliptin associated with constipation?
Constipation is the uncommon side effect of Sitagliptin. Drinking plenty of water and eating fiber-rich foods can help with constipation.
Q. Can Sitagliptin cause somnolence (makes you feel sleepy)?
With the use of Sitagliptin somnolence (sleepiness) has been observed. There are also chances of getting increased risk of low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) when taken with other antidiabetic drugs. Be cautious while operating a machine or driving.
Q. Can Sitagliptin cause itching?
{ Itching is not observed with Sitagliptin. Yet, if you notice any allergic reactions such as itching, swelling or redness of the mouth, lips, throat or tongue. Inform your doctor and stop taking the medicine.
Q. Does Sitagliptin cause dry mouth?
No, the use of Sitagliptin is not observed to be correlated with dry mouth.
Sitagliptin belongs to the class of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors and not a statin. This statin belongs to a class of lipid-lowering drugs.
Q. Is Sitagliptin safe?
Sitagliptin is safe if you use it as per the prescribed dose and duration. Still, you may notice some side effects such as nasopharyngitis, upper respiratory tract infection, headache and low blood sugar levels ( hypoglycemia) when used along with sulphonylureas or insulin.
Q. Is Sitagliptin a blood thinner?
Sitagliptin is an antidiabetic drug and not a blood thinner. It belongs to the class of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors.
Q. When can I stop taking Sitagliptin ?
Do not abstain from Sitagliptin without your doctor's approval as this may cause a sudden spike in blood sugar levels. If you notice stomach pain while consuming Sitagliptin, inform your doctor and stop taking it. Adhere to your doctor's instruction strictly.
Q. Does Sitagliptin interact with other drugs?
The interaction of Sitagliptin with other medicines is very limited. Sitagliptin is an antidiabetic medicine and is less likely to cause low blood sugar levels(hypoglycemia). If you take Sitagliptin with other antidiabetic medicines, the risk of hypoglycemia increases.
Q. Does Sitagliptin have any role in the management of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?
Sitagliptin along with metformin is used off-label for the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) as it has shown efficacy in this condition in some clinical studies. However, its use in PCOS is yet not approved. Please consult your doctor.
Q. Can I use Sitagliptin with rosuvastatin?
Sitagliptin and rosuvastatin can be used together. No drug interactions or side effects are noted.
Q. Can I take Sitagliptin with Metformin?
Sitagliptin and Metformin can be taken together. It is an add-on treatment for patients with high blood sugar levels even after consuming Metformin. The risk of getting hypoglycemia(low blood sugar levels) doesn't become high when both the drugs are taken together. Yet, a dose adjustment must be needed if the drugs are taken together.
Q. Can I take Sitagliptin with insulin?
Yes, you can take Sitagliptin with insulin.When used together can lower the insulin dose and reduces the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels).
Q. Can I take Sitagliptin with Glipizide?
Sitagliptin and Glipizide can be taken together which can help to keep the blood sugar levels in control. However, both the drugs are antidiabetic and the working mechanism differs. If the dose of glipizide is not adjusted there are chances of getting hypoglycemia(low blood sugar levels).
Q. Is it beneficial to use Sitagliptin with liraglutide?
It is highly recommended not to take both drugs together as they increase the level of incretin hormones. When they are used together, there is an increased risk of getting pancreatitis as a side effect.
Q. Does Sitagliptin cause weight loss?
Sitagliptin is weight neutral and not related to any weight loss or weight gain.
Q. Does the use of Sitagliptin cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels)?
Sitagliptin can cause hypoglycemia(low blood sugar levels). The risk increases if you skip your meals, consume alcohol and take other antidiabetic drugs. Be aware of the symptoms of hypoglycemia and keep glucose tablet, fruit juice or honey handy. It is important to monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
Q. Is the use of Sitagliptin associated with cancer?
In some clinical studies, Sitagliptin Sitagliptin has been associated with pancreatic cancer.it belongs to the group of drugs named as incretins.so, it is advisable to talk to your doctor regarding the same.
Q. Does the use of Sitagliptin associated with constipation?
Constipation is the uncommon side effect of Sitagliptin. Drinking plenty of water and eating fiber-rich foods can help with constipation.
Q. Can Sitagliptin cause somnolence (makes you feel sleepy)?
With the use of Sitagliptin somnolence (sleepiness) has been observed. There are also chances of getting increased risk of low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) when taken with other antidiabetic drugs. Be cautious while operating a machine or driving.
Q. Can Sitagliptin cause itching?
{ Itching is not observed with Sitagliptin. Yet, if you notice any allergic reactions such as itching, swelling or redness of the mouth, lips, throat or tongue. Inform your doctor and stop taking the medicine.
Q. Does Sitagliptin cause dry mouth?
No, the use of Sitagliptin is not observed to be correlated with dry mouth.
Expert Advice
- Sitagliptin is used alone or together with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar and avoids long-term complications.You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines (if prescribed) along with Sitagliptin.It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine. Chances of weight gain and low blood sugar are lesser as compared to other diabetes medicines.Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxious feeling.Inform your doctor if you notice joint pains or develop symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, and/or vomiting.Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Sitagliptin affects you.
Product Details
SKU: PC-47686
Product Description: Zita 50 mg Tablet is manufactured by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
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Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Zita 50 mg Tablet is manufactured by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
