Sitacip M 100mg/500mg Tablet ER may be prescribed
alone or along with other diabetes medications. It works best when used
along with a healthy diet and regular exercise. The dose you are given
will depend on your condition, blood sugar levels, and what other
medicines you are taking. Taking it with meals helps to reduce the
chances of developing an upset stomach.
You should take it
regularly, at the same time each day, to get the most benefit and you
should not stop unless your doctor recommends it. It is important to
stay on the diet and exercise program recommended by your doctor while
taking this medicine. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling
diabetes.
The most common side effects of taking Sitacip M
100mg/500mg Tablet ER include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, upset stomach,
headache, and sore throat. Low blood sugar level (hypoglycemia) is a
possible side effect if you are also taking other diabetes medicines
like insulin or sulfonylurea, so you need to know how to recognize and
deal with it.
This medicine is not suitable for everyone. Before
taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have ever had kidney,
liver, or heart disease, problems with your pancreas, or if you drink a
lot of alcohol. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult
their doctor before taking this medicine. Some other medicines may
affect Sitacip M 100mg/500mg Tablet ER so tell your doctor about all the
other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. You should
try to avoid drinking alcohol as it lowers blood glucose. Your doctor
will check your kidney function and blood sugar levels before and during
treatment.