MELIGLPTIN 100MG 30TAB

Product Name
Meliglptin, Sitagliptin, Tablet, 100 Mg - 30 Tablets


Scientific Name
Sitagliptin 100 Mg Tablets


Category Of Meliglptin 100 Mg Tablets
Oral Anti-Diabetic Drugs


Mechanism Of Action Of Sitagliptin
Sitagliptin is an inhibitor of DPP-4, an enzyme that degrades the incretin hormones glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). Incretins help the body produce more insulin only when it is needed and reduce the amount of glucose being produced by the liver when it is not needed.


Therapeutic Indications Of Meliglptin 100 Mg Tablets
Your doctor has prescribed this medicine to help lower your blood sugar, which is too high because of your diabetes.
This medicine can be used alone or in combination with certain other medicines (insulin, metformin, sulphonylureas, or glitazones) that lower blood sugar, which you may already be taking for your diabetes together with a food and exercise plan.


Method Of Administration Of Meliglptin 100 Mg Tablets
The usual recommended dose is one 100 mg film-coated tablet, once daily, by mouth.
If you have kidney problems, your doctor may prescribe lower doses (such as 25 mg or 50 mg). You can take this medicine with or without food and drink.
Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.


Undesirable Side Effects Of Meliglptin 100 Mg Tablets
Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:
Constipation
low blood sugar, nausea, flatulence, vomiting


Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Meliglptin 100 Mg Tablets
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding


Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice For Diabetic Patients
All carbohydrate affects blood glucose levels so it’s important to know which foods contain carbohydrates. Choose the healthier foods that contain carbs and be aware of your portion sizes.
Eat less salt. Eating lots of salt can increase your risk of high blood pressure, which in turn increases the risk of heart diseases and stroke. And when you have diabetes, you’re already more at risk of all of these conditions.
Eat more fruit and vegetable. This can help you get the vitamins, minerals, and fiber your body needs every day to help keep you healthy.
You can always try low or zero-calorie sweeteners (also known as artificial sweeteners) to help you cut down sugar for example Steviana Sweetener or Tropicana Slim Sweetener
Don’t forget to keep moving. Being more physically active goes hand in hand with eating healthier.
Remember to measure your blood glucose level continuously by using home monitor like Accu-Check, Instant, Blood Glucose Monitor
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If you experience symptoms of hypoglycemia such as weakness, dizziness, increased sweating, fast heart beating, vision disorders, or difficulty in concentration, it usually helps to eat or drink something containing sugar.