EMSITA 50 Tablet 10's

INTRODUCTION ABOUT EMSITA 50 TABLET

EMSITA 50 TABLET is used to manage type 2 diabetes alone or along with other anti-diabetic medicines, diet, and exercise. It contains Sitagliptin which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-diabetic drugs.

Before taking EMSITA 50 TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any disease of the pancreas, gallstones, alcohol dependence, very high levels of fat in your blood, type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, or any kidney or heart problems.

EMSITA 50 TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age. The most common side effects are low blood sugar, headache, upper respiratory infection, stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, osteoarthritis, and arm or leg pain. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen.

USES OF EMSITA 50 TABLET

• Used to manage type 2 diabetes

HOW EMSITA 50 TABLET WORKS

EMSITA 50 TABLET works by slowing down the inactivation of gut hormones released after eating the meals. This kind of action increases the secretion of insulin and decreases glucagon release (a hormone that raises blood glucose levels), resulting in an overall increase in blood glucose control.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

• Take EMSITA 50 TABLET as advised by your physician
• Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine
• Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition

SIDE EFFECTS OF EMSITA 50 TABLET

Common side effects of EMSITA 50 TABLET:

• signs of low blood sugar (drowsiness, irritability, hunger, dizziness, confusion, sweating, weakness, and fast heartbeat)
• stuffy or runny nose, sore throat
• joint pain
• flatulence, stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation

Stop taking EMSITA 50 TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

• signs of pancreatitis (severe and continuous pain in the stomach area that might reach through your back with or without nausea and vomiting)
• signs of a serious allergic reaction (rash, hives, blistering or peeling of the skin, and swelling of the face, lips, tongue, and throat that may cause trouble breathing or difficulty swallowing)
• bullous pemphigoid symptoms, such as skin blistering

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

Consult your doctor

It is not known if EMSITA 50 TABLET will harm unborn baby. If you are pregnant, talk with your doctor about the best way to control your blood sugar while you are pregnant.

BREASTFEEDING

Consult your doctor

It is not known if EMSITA 50 TABLET will pass into breast milk. Talk with your doctor about the best way to feed the baby if you are taking the medicine.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

Use with Caution

Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking EMSITA 50 TABLET.

ALCOHOL

Consult your doctor

Before taking EMSITA 50 TABLET, inform your doctor if you have or had alcohol dependence.

KIDNEY

Use with Caution

EMSITA 50 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems.

ALLERGY

Contraindicated

Do not take EMSITA 50 TABLET if you are allergic to Sitagliptin or any other ingredients of this medicine.

USE IN PEDIATRICS

Contraindicated

EMSITA 50 TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age.  

USE IN GERIATRICS

Use with Caution

EMSITA 50 TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking EMSITA 50 TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• Antidiabetics (Ex. insulin, glimepiride, metformin)
• Cardiac glycosides (Ex. digoxin)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of EMSITA 50 TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

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