About Sitagliptin Hydrochloride Monohydrate 56.69 mg equivalent to Sitaglitpin 50 mg
DPP-4 inhibitor antidiabetic
Used for
- Type 2 diabetes, alongside diet and exercise
- May be used alone or with other diabetes medicines
Usual adult dose
Usually 100 mg once daily; lower doses are used with reduced kidney function.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Cold-like symptoms
- Low blood sugar, especially with insulin or sulfonylureas
- Joint pain
Important warnings
- Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis
- Rarely causes pancreatitis or severe allergic reactions
- Kidney function affects dosing
- Seek urgent care for severe, persistent abdominal pain
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy information is limited; use only when a clinician considers it necessary.
Breastfeeding
It is unknown whether sitagliptin passes into breast milk; discuss use with a clinician.
Interactions
- Insulin and sulfonylureas increase low-blood-sugar risk
- Digoxin levels may rise slightly
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.