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Qsita M 50/500 Tablet
Metformin (500mg) + Sitagliptin (50mg)
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Qsita M 50/500 Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
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Key details
Salt: Metformin (500mg) + Sitagliptin (50mg)
Available variants: tablet 15 Tablet
Price: ₹153 (₹10.21 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: HBC LIFESCEINCE PVT LTD
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Qsita M 50/500 Tablet in Bangladesh
27 brands registered in Bangladesh with the same salt, strength and form.
- Glipita M 50/500Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Glucodip-M XR 500Sun Pharmaceuticals (EZ) Ltd., Narayanganj
- JanmetThe ACME Laboratories Ltd.
- M-SIT XR 50/500 TABLETNIPRO JMI Pharma Limited
- MesicomVeritas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- N-SitametNavana Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Radiglip-M 50 mg/500 mgRadiant Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- SB-Metsita 500/50Sunman-Birdem Pharma Ltd.
- SGN PlusPacific Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- SiglimetSquare Pharmaceuticals PLC, Pabna
- Siglimet 50/500Square Lifesciences Limited, Pabna
- Siglimet 50/500 TabletSquare Pharmaceuticals PLC, Gazipur
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- Sigtil-MThe White Horse Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Silinor-M 50/500Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Sitacret MRenata PLC
- Sitafit 500Team Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Sitagil M 500/500 ER TabIncepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Sitaglap MEuro Pharma Ltd.
- Sitalia M 500Delta Pharma PLC.
- Sitastar-M 500Goodman Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Sitavia-M 50/500Sharif Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Sitazid M 50/500Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Tongi,Gazipur
- Sitomet 50/500Advanced Chemical Industries PLC.
- Sliptin-MDrug International Ltd.
- Sliptin-M 500 ERDrug International Ltd., Gopalpur
- Sucosit-M TabletGlobe Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Taglimet 50/500Ibn Sina Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
Brand names differ between countries. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor in Bangladesh before switching. We don't sell or ship these brands. Source: Directorate General of Drug Administration, Bangladesh.
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tablet - 15 Tablet
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Same salt, different brand — what does that mean?
A substitute contains the same active ingredient (salt), in the same strength, as Qsita M 50/500 Tablet. The brand name, manufacturer, inactive ingredients and price can differ, and so can release form, so a substitute is not automatically interchangeable.
All medicines sold in India, branded or generic, must meet the quality standards set by the national drug regulator (CDSCO). A lower price does not mean lower quality.
Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Qsita M 50/500 Tablet
Qsita M 50/500 Tablet contains Metformin (500mg) + Sitagliptin (50mg). It belongs to the Biguanide and DPP-4 inhibitor class of medicines.
Uses of Qsita M 50/500 Tablet
This medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
Benefits of Qsita M 50/500 Tablet
- In Type 2 diabetes
- Qsita M 50/500 lowers the amount of sugar your liver releases and helps your body use its own insulin, so blood sugar stays in a steadier range through the day. Keeping sugar controlled over the years protects the eyes, kidneys, nerves and heart from the damage diabetes causes.
How Qsita M 50/500 Tablet works
Qsita M 50/500 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: sitagliptin and metformin. Sitagliptin help your pancreas produce more insulin, facilitate effective use of insulin by the body, and reduce excess sugar that your liver makes. Metformin is a biguanide which lowers glucose production in the liver, delays glucose absorption from intestines and increases the bodys sensitivity to insulin. Together, they provide better control of blood sugar.
How to take Qsita M 50/500 Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Qsita M 50/500 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause a dangerous build-up of acid in the blood, with vomiting, severe weakness and laboured breathing. It may cause low blood sugar, particularly if you also take other diabetes medicines. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Qsita M 50/500 Tablet
Most side effects of Qsita M 50/500 are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Nausea
- Loose motions
- Stomach pain
- Metallic taste
- Loss of appetite
- Flatulence
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Blocked or runny nose
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Qsita M 50/500 Tablet
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Qsita M 50/500 Tablet .
- PregnancyUNSAFE
- Qsita M 50/500 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingUNSAFE
- Qsita M 50/500 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
- DrivingSAFE
- Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyUNSAFE
- Qsita M 50/500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Qsita M 50/500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Qsita M 50/500 Tablet is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
- LiverUNSAFE
- Qsita M 50/500 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Warnings and precautions
Stomach upset is common in the first two weeks and usually settles; taking it with food helps. Tell your doctor before any surgery or a scan that uses contrast dye — this medicine is usually stopped for a short time around them. Stop and seek urgent care if you develop deep rapid breathing, severe weakness, muscle pain or vomiting with cold clammy skin. This is rare but serious. Long-term use can lower vitamin B12, so your doctor may check it from time to time. Stop and see a doctor urgently if you get severe, persistent abdominal pain that spreads to your back, with or without vomiting. Tell your doctor if you develop severe or disabling joint pain. Blisters or peeling of the skin should be reported promptly.
Do not take Qsita M 50/500 if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with severe kidney disease, severe liver disease, or an acute illness causing dehydration. Not for people who have had diabetic ketoacidosis. Not for type 1 diabetes or for diabetic ketoacidosis.
Interactions with other medicines
Tell your doctor about water tablets, steroids, and any contrast dye scan. Alcohol increases the risk of the rare acid build-up and should be limited. Low blood sugar is more likely when this is combined with a sulfonylurea or insulin; your doctor may lower that dose.
How to store Qsita M 50/500 Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Quick tips for Qsita M 50/500 Tablet
- Take it with or just after food to reduce stomach upset.
- Keep taking it even when your sugar readings look normal.
- That is the medicine working.
- Continue your diet and physical activity; this medicine works alongside them, not instead of them.
- It can be taken with or without food, at the same time each day.
- Keep up your diet and activity.
- This medicine supports them.
Related lab tests
People taking Qsita M 50/500 are often asked to check these from time to time. Your doctor decides which and how often.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- HBC LIFESCEINCE PVT LTD
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class:
- Biguanide and DPP-4 inhibitor
Substitutes for Qsita M 50/500 Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Metformin (500mg) + Sitagliptin (50mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Qsita M 50/500 Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galitz M 500 TabletSAAN LAB LLP | tablet · 10`S | ₹99 | 35% cheaper |
| Suitglip -M XR 50/500 mg TabletIPCA LABORATORIES LTD` | tablet · 10`S | ₹109 | 29% cheaper |
| Sitamax M 50/500 mg TabletAJANTA PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹111 | 27% cheaper |
| Sitavas M 50/500 mg TabletCRESHA LIFESCIENCES | tablet · 10S | ₹112 | 27% cheaper |
| Ziasit 100 mg TabletSTATURE LIFE SCIENCES PRIVATE | tablet · 10`S | ₹112 | 27% cheaper |
| Macsita M XR 50/500Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | 10S | ₹119 | 23% cheaper |
| Sita OD Met 50/500 TabletMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹120 | 21% cheaper |
| Alsita M 50 TabletALKEM LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹121 | 21% cheaper |
| Sita OD Msr 100/500 TabletMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹128 | 17% cheaper |
| Sitaearth M 500 TabletD EARTH PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹134 | 12% cheaper |
| Ziomet Life 50/500 TabletLIFELINE HEALTHCARE | tablet · 15`S | ₹165 | 8% more |
| Sugaray - M 50/500 mg TabletLLOYD HEALTHCARE | tablet · 15`S | ₹168 | 10% more |
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Qsita M 50/500 Tablet FAQs
What is Qsita M 50/500 Tablet used for?
Qsita M 50/500 Tablet is commonly used for type 2 diabetes. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Qsita M 50/500 Tablet?
Type 2 diabetes: Qsita M 50/500 lowers the amount of sugar your liver releases and helps your body use its own insulin, so blood sugar stays in a steadier range through the day. Keeping sugar controlled over the years protects the eyes, kidneys, nerves and heart from the damage diabetes causes.
What is the salt in Qsita M 50/500 Tablet?
Qsita M 50/500 Tablet contains Metformin (500mg) + Sitagliptin (50mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Qsita M 50/500 Tablet?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Qsita M 50/500 Tablet work?
Qsita M 50/500 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: sitagliptin and metformin.
Is Qsita M 50/500 Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Qsita M 50/500 Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Qsita M 50/500 Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Qsita M 50/500 are Nausea, Loose motions, Stomach pain, Metallic taste, Loss of appetite. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Qsita M 50/500 Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Qsita M 50/500 Tablet is not recommended in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Qsita M 50/500.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Qsita M 50/500 Tablet?
No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Qsita M 50/500 Tablet.
What if I miss a dose of Qsita M 50/500 Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Qsita M 50/500 Tablet habit forming?
No. Qsita M 50/500 Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Qsita M 50/500 Tablet?
Galitz M 500 Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹99 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Qsita M 50/500 Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Qsita M 50/500 Tablet starts at ₹153 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 15 Tablet. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Qsita M 50/500 Tablet?
Qsita M 50/500 Tablet is manufactured by HBC LIFESCEINCE PVT LTD. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Qsita M 50/500 Tablet delivered?
Qsita M 50/500 Tablet is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Qsita M 50/500 Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Metformin (500mg) + Sitagliptin (50mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Price
- ₹153 (₹10.21 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- HBC LIFESCEINCE PVT LTD
- Manufacturer
- HBC LIFESCEINCE PVT LTD
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class
- Biguanide and DPP-4 inhibitor
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 15 Tablet
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Qsita M 50/500 Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.