Alsita-M 50 Forte Tablet ER
strip of 10.0 tablet.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Sitagliptin (50mg) + Metformin (1000mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Alkem Laboratories Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Alsita-M 50 Forte Tablet ER is a combination medicine used to control high blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Alsita-M 50 Forte Tablet ER is a combination of sitagliptin and metformin, used to manage high blood sugar levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This medication helps prevent serious complications such as kidney damage, blindness, and may reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. It is important to follow the prescribed dosage and consult your doctor for any concerns. Common side effects are not listed, but it is crucial to monitor for symptoms of lactic acidosis, a rare but serious condition.
Alsita-M 50 Forte Tablet ER combines sitagliptin and metformin. Sitagliptin helps the pancreas produce more insulin, facilitates effective use of insulin by the body, and reduces excess sugar production by the liver. Metformin lowers glucose production in the liver, delays glucose absorption from the intestines, and increases the body's sensitivity to insulin. Together, they provide better control of blood sugar.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Alsita-M 50 Forte Tablet ER is to be taken with food.
- You have been prescribed this combination medicine as it can control blood sugar better than metformin alone.
- Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
- Take it in addition to regular exercise and a healthy diet to lower levels of blood sugar.
- Chances of weight gain and low blood sugar are lesser as compared to other diabetes medicines.
- Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor about your diabetes treatment if you are due to have surgery under a general anaesthetic.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain as Alsita-M 50 Forte Tablet ER may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Alsita-M 50 Forte Tablet ER.
Breastfeed
Alsita-M 50 Forte Tablet ER is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Alsita-M 50 Forte Tablet ER may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor for more information.
