Sitanoon-D 100/10 mg Tablet

Composition of Sitanoon-D 100/10 mg Tablet

Sitanoon-D 100/10 mg Tablet contains Sitagliptin 100 mg + Dapagliflozin 10 mg. It belongs to the DPP-4 inhibitor + SGLT2 inhibitor class of medicines.

Uses of Sitanoon-D 100/10 mg Tablet

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (as an adjunct to diet and exercise) to improve glycaemic control when dual therapy with a DPP-4 inhibitor and an SGLT2 inhibitor is appropriate.

Key benefits

• Lowers fasting and post-meal blood sugar
• Low risk of hypoglycaemia when used without insulin/sulfonylurea
• May aid weight reduction due to SGLT2 effect
• May offer cardiovascular and renal benefits in appropriate patients (dapagliflozin)
• Convenient once-daily dual therapy

How Sitanoon-D 100/10 mg Tablet works

Sitagliptin (DPP-4 inhibitor) increases incretin levels, leading to glucose-dependent increase in insulin release and reduced glucagon secretion. Dapagliflozin (SGLT2 inhibitor) reduces glucose reabsorption in the kidneys, increasing urinary glucose excretion and lowering blood sugar.

How to take Sitanoon-D 100/10 mg Tablet

Take orally exactly as prescribed by the doctor, usually once daily, with or without food. Swallow whole with water; take at the same time each day. Maintain adequate hydration; do not stop or change dose without medical advice.

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 may cause low blood sugar, particularly if you also take other diabetes medicines. It can cause dehydration and a fall in blood pressure. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Sitanoon-D 100/10 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Sitanoon-D 100/10 mg are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Genital fungal infection
• urinary tract infection
• increased urination
• thirst
• dehydration
• dizziness
• headache
• nasopharyngitis
• nausea

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately 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 Sitanoon-D 100/10 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

For type 2 diabetes only (not for type 1 diabetes). Risk of diabetic ketoacidosis (may occur even with near-normal glucose) with SGLT2 inhibitors—seek urgent care for nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, rapid breathing. May cause dehydration/low blood pressure; use caution in elderly and with diuretics. Monitor kidney function; not recommended in severe renal impairment or dialysis (dapagliflozin effectiveness reduced and risk increases). Increased risk of genital/urinary infections; maintain hygiene and report symptoms. Temporarily stop before major surgery or during acute illness/fasting as advised. Use caution in history of pancreatitis (sitagliptin) and severe hypersensitivity reactions.

Do not take Sitanoon-D 100/10 mg if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for type 1 diabetes or for diabetic ketoacidosis. Not for people with severe kidney disease.

Interactions with other medicines

Diuretics (increased dehydration/hypotension risk),insulin or sulfonylureas (increased hypoglycaemia risk),digoxin (sitagliptin may increase levels),rifampicin and other strong enzyme inducers (may reduce sitagliptin effect),other antidiabetic medicines,ACE inhibitors/ARBs and NSAIDs (monitor renal function)

How to store Sitanoon-D 100/10 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Sitanoon-D 100/10 mg Tablet

It can be taken with or without food, at the same time each day. Keep up your diet and activity — this medicine supports them. Take it in the morning so the extra urine does not disturb your sleep. Keep up your fluid intake and maintain genital hygiene. Tell any doctor treating you for an acute illness that you take this medicine.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

RISEMARKER PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic

Drug class:

DPP-4 inhibitor + SGLT2 inhibitor