Bitaglip M 500 Tab

Composition

Sitagliptin 50 mg + Metformin 500 mg (as Metformin Hydrochloride)

Uses of Bitaglip M 500 Tab

Type 2 diabetes mellitus: to improve blood glucose control along with diet and exercise, when dual therapy is appropriate

• •Lowers fasting and post-meal blood sugar
• •Improves insulin response in a glucose-dependent manner
• •Reduces hepatic glucose production
• •Helps improve overall HbA1c control
• •Weight-neutral option compared with some antidiabetics

How it works

Sitagliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor that increases incretin hormones, enhancing glucose-dependent insulin release and reducing glucagon secretion. Metformin decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity, lowering intestinal glucose absorption.

Directions for use

Oral tablet. Usually taken with meals to reduce stomach upset; swallow whole with water. Dose and frequency as prescribed by the doctor; do not crush/chew. Monitor blood glucose regularly.

Side effects

Common side effects of Bitaglip M 500 Tab may include:

• •Nausea
• •vomiting
• •diarrhoea
• •abdominal pain
• •loss of appetite