Sitaford 50mg M Forte Sr Strip Of 15 Tablets
Sitaford 50mg M Forte Sr Strip Of 15 Tablets Description
Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet is a combination of metformin and sitagliptin, which are antidiabetic medicines. It is used to control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes, along with diet an
d exercise. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic disease in which the body does not produce enough insulin or does not use insulin properly. Insulin is a hormone that helps the body's cells use glucose for energy. When the body does not have enough insulin or does not use it properly, glucose builds up in the blood. This can lead to serious health problems, such as heart disease, stroke, blindness, and kidney failure. Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet works by helping the body produce more insulin and use insulin more effectively. It also helps to lower the amount of glucose the liver makes. Before taking Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet, tell your doctor if you have any liver, kidney, or heart problems. You should also tell your doctor if you have high blood cholesterol levels, severe infections, or if you have recently been dehydrated due to vomiting or diarrhoea. While taking Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet, your doctor may regularly check your blood sugar levels and kidney function to avoid side effects. Your doctor may also ask you to make lifestyle changes, such as following a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and quitting smoking, to improve your results. Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet is not recommended for people with severe, uncontrolled diabetes. It is also not recommended for people with alcoholism, shock, or breathing or circulation problems. Talk to your doctor before taking Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The most common side effects of Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet are low blood sugar levels, stomach upset, constipation, diarrhoea, a metallic taste in the mouth, sore throat, stuffy nose, and joint pain. Talk to your doctor if these side effects bother you.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹255.76 |
You Save | ₹45.13 (15% on MRP) |
Contains | Sitagliptin(50.0 Mg) + Metformin Hydrochloride(1000.0 Mg) |
Uses | Type 2 diabetes mellitus |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, headache, metallic taste, flatulence |
Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
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Uses of Sitaford 50mg M Forte Sr Strip Of 15 Tablets
Contraindications of Sitaford 50mg M Forte Sr Strip Of 15 Tablets
- If you are allergic to sitagliptin, metformin or any other ingredients of Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet.
- If you have severe kidney or liver disease.
- If your diabetes is not under control and you also have high blood sugar, nausea, vomiting, loose motions, rapid loss of weight, pain in the stomach, breathing difficulty, sleepiness etc.
- If you have dehydration or you have the presence of severe infection.
- If you have to go to do an x-ray or scan and dye is injected in your blood before doing the x-ray or scan.
- If you have a recent history of a heart attack.
- If you are a heavy alcohol drinker.
- If you are a lactating mother.
Side effects of Sitaford 50mg M Forte Sr Strip Of 15 Tablets
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Metallic taste
- Flatulence
- Loose motion
- Constipation
- Stomach pain
- Loss of appetite
Precautions and Warnings of Sitaford 50mg M Forte Sr Strip Of 15 Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have skin blister after taking this medicine.
- You have a fever, vomiting, loose motion, heat exposure, less fluid intake.
- You have vomiting, pain in the stomach, breathing difficulty, tiredness, muscle cramps, decrease body temperature, decrease heartbeat after taking this medicine.
- You have low blood sugar after taking other anti-diabetic medicines along with this medicine.
- You have type 1 diabetes mellitus.
- You are undergoing any surgery.
- Your doctor tells you that you have increase triglyceride level in your blood and you have gall stones.
Mode of Action of Sitaford 50mg M Forte Sr Strip Of 15 Tablets
How Does It Work?
- Sitagliptin works by increasing insulin production by the body after a meal and decreasing sugar production by the body.
- Metformin works by restoring the natural response of the body to insulin and decreasing sugar production by the body.
Directions for Use of Sitaford 50mg M Forte Sr Strip Of 15 Tablets
- Take Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet with food as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not stop taking Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet on your own, without informing your doctor.
Interactions of Sitaford 50mg M Forte Sr Strip Of 15 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially if you are taking other antidiabetic medicines.
Storage and disposal of Sitaford 50mg M Forte Sr Strip Of 15 Tablets
- Store Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet at a temperature not above 30°C in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Sitaford 50mg M Forte Sr Strip Of 15 Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Why Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet need to be taken with food?
Q: What precaution should I take if I have low blood sugar after taking Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet with other anti-diabetic medicines?
- If you have low blood sugar after taking Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet with other anti-diabetic medicines, you should eat sugar, honey, or candy, or drink fruit juice or non-diet soda to increase your blood sugar rapidly. ...
- Consult your doctor immediately if you have blurring of vision, sudden sweating, shaking, increased heartbeat, hunger, dizziness etc after taking this medicine or other anti-diabetic medicines.
Q: What is Sitaford M Forte Sr Tablet used for?
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References
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- Janumet 50 mg/1000 mg film-coated tablets- Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 2 December 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 2 December 2022]
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