Glipita 100 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 25.00 (1 x 15: ৳ 375.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 375.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Sitagliptin |
| Company | Beximco pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Adjunct to diet and exercise for type 2 diabetes mellitus
Pharmacology
- DPP-4 inhibitor
- Inhibition of incretin hormone inactivation
- Regulation of glucose homeostasis
Dosage & Administration
- 50 mg twice a day
- 100 mg once daily
- Can be taken with or without food
Interaction
- No meaningful alteration of pharmacokinetics of certain drugs
- Slight increase in Digoxin concentration
Contraindications
- History of serious hypersensitivity reaction to sitagliptin
Side Effects
- Headache
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Nasopharyngitis
- Hypoglycemia risk with combination therapy
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category B
- Caution during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Prompt discontinuation if pancreatitis is suspected
- Dosage adjustment in renal insufficiency
- Hypersensitivity reaction warning
Use in Special Populations
- No established safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients
- Dose adjustment in elderly with decreased renal function
Overdose Effects
- Maximal mean QTc increase observed at high doses
- Supportive measures for overdose
- Modest dialyzable
Therapeutic Class
- Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor
Storage Conditions
- Store below 25°C in a dry place away from light
- Keep out of reach of children
- Dispensed only on prescription