Alsita M 50mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Alsita M tablet is a medication used to manage type 2 diabetes. It combines metformin and sitagliptin, which work together to help control blood sugar levels. Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body either does not produce enough insulin or cannot use it effectively, leading to high blood sugar levels that can cause serious health problems.

Before taking Alsita M tablet, it is essential to inform your doctor of any existing health conditions, such as liver, kidney, or heart problems; high cholesterol; severe infections; or recent dehydration. Regular checks of blood sugar levels and kidney function may be necessary while using this medication. Making lifestyle changes such as maintaining a healthy diet, engaging in regular exercise, and quitting smoking can improve the effectiveness of Alsita M tablet.

This medication is not recommended for individuals with severe, uncontrolled diabetes, alcoholism, shock, or breathing or circulation issues. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting this medication. Common side effects include low blood sugar, stomach upset, and other minor issues.

If these side effects become bothersome, it is advisable to consult your doctor.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose include severe nausea or vomiting, pain in the stomach, muscle cramps, and rapid breathing. If you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor or the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dosing schedule.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Sitagliptin works by increasing insulin secretion after meals and decreasing hepatic glucose production.
• Metformin works by restoring the body's natural response to insulin and decreasing glucose production.

Directions for Use

• Take Alsita M tablet with food as prescribed by your doctor.
• Do not stop taking Alsita M tablet on your own, without informing your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Alsita M tablet during pregnancy?

Components of Alsita M tablet can cause harm to the unborn baby if taken during pregnancy. Pregnant women should not take this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Alsita M tablet while breastfeeding?

Components of Alsita M tablet can pass through breastmilk and can cause harm to the breastfed baby if taken by a lactating mother. This medicine should not be taken by a lactating mother.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Alsita M tablet?

Alsita M tablet can cause dizziness or sleepiness. Avoid driving if you have dizziness or sleepiness after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Alsita M tablet?

Consumption of alcohol along with Alsita M tablet can cause a medical condition called ' lactic acidosis', which can cause vomiting, pain in the stomach, breathing difficulty, tiredness, muscle cramps, decreased body temperature, and reduced heartbeat. Avoid alcohol consumption while on this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a skin blister after taking this medicine.
• You have a fever, vomiting, loose motion, heat exposure, and less fluid intake.
• You have vomiting, pain in the stomach, breathing difficulty, tiredness, muscle cramps, decreased body temperature, and decreased 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.
• Are you undergoing any surgery?
• Your doctor tells you that you have an increased triglyceride level in your blood, and you have gallstones.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to sitagliptin, metformin, or any other ingredients of Alsita M 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 a severe infection.
• If you have to undergo an X-ray or scan, dye is injected into your bloodstream before the test.
• 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

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Metallic taste
• Flatulence
• Loose motion
• Constipation
• Stomach pain
• Loss of appetite

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Alsita M tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other drugs taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbal products you are currently taking or might take to avoid possible interactions.
• Especially if you are taking other antidiabetic medicines.

Storage and disposal

• Store Alsita M tablet at a temperature not above 30°C in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why Alsita M tablet need to be taken with food?

• Alsita M tablet should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.

What precaution should I take if I have low blood sugar after taking Alsita M tablet with other anti-diabetic medicines?

• If you have low blood sugar after taking Alsita M 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.

What is the composition of Alsita M tablet?

The composition of Alsita M tablet includes a combination of sitagliptin and metformin.

Does Alsita M tablet cause weight gain?

No, Alsita M tablet does not increase weight. It neither increases nor decreases the weight. You should continue to exercise and follow your diet while you are on this medicine.