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Sitara 50 mg Tablet
Sitagliptin (50mg)
₹107MRP ₹112In stock
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Sitara 50 mg Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Sitagliptin (50mg)
Available variants: tablet 50 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹107 (₹10.65 per tablet)
MRP: ₹112
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS`
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
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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 Sitara 50 mg Tablet
Sitara 50 mg Tablet contains Sitagliptin (50mg). It belongs to the DPP-4 inhibitor class of medicines.
Uses of Sitara 50 mg Tablet
This medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
Key benefits
- Weight neutral
- Low risk of hypoglycaemia when used alone
- Usually taken once a day
How Sitara 50 mg Tablet works
Sitagliptin lowers blood sugar by protecting the natural gut hormones that tell your pancreas to release insulin after a meal, so the effect is strongest when your sugar is highest.
How to take Sitara 50 mg Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it with or without food. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
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. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Sitara 50 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Sitara are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Blocked or runny nose
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
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 Sitara 50 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it. |
| Driving | Not expected to affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Use with caution if you have kidney disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function. |
| Liver | Use with caution if you have liver disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
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 Sitara 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.
Interactions with other medicines
Low blood sugar is more likely when this is combined with a sulfonylurea or insulin; your doctor may lower that dose.
How to store Sitara 50 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Sitara 50 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.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS`
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class:
- DPP-4 inhibitor
Substitutes for Sitara 50 mg Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Sitagliptin (50mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Sitara 50 mg Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sitabite 50 TabletCorona Remedies Pvt Ltd | tablet · 10 Tablet | ₹81 | 24% cheaper |
| Alsita 50 mg TabletALKEM LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹90 | 15% cheaper |
| Sita OD 50Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | 10`S | ₹91 | 15% cheaper |
| Sitacip 50 mg TabletCIPLA LIMITED | tablet · 10`S | ₹96 | 10% cheaper |
| Gosita 50 mg TabletEYSYS PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹96 | 10% cheaper |
| Ctasorin 50 TabletFUSION HEALTH CARE | tablet · 10`S | ₹98 | 8% cheaper |
| Suitglip - M 50/500 mg TabletIPCA LABORATORIES LTD` | tablet · 10`S | ₹103 | 4% cheaper |
| Sitahenz 50 TabletLARENON | tablet · 10`S | ₹104 | 2% cheaper |
| Ignalis 50 TabletIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹107 | same price |
| Sitaglyn 50 TabletZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹107 | same price |
| Sitazit 50 TabletGLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹112 | 5% more |
| Stig 50 TabletDr Reddys Laboratories Ltd | tablet · 15`S | ₹124 | 17% more |
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Sitara 50 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Sitara 50 mg Tablet used for?
Sitara 50 mg Tablet is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Sitara 50 mg Tablet?
Sitara 50 mg Tablet contains 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 Sitara 50 mg Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Sitara 50 mg Tablet work?
Sitagliptin lowers blood sugar by protecting the natural gut hormones that tell your pancreas to release insulin after a meal, so the effect is strongest when your sugar is highest.
Is Sitara 50 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Sitara 50 mg 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 Sitara 50 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Sitara are Headache, Sore throat, Blocked or runny nose, Nausea, Stomach pain. 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 Sitara 50 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Sitara.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Sitara 50 mg Tablet?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Sitara 50 mg Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Sitara 50 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Sitara 50 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Sitara 50 mg Tablet?
Sitabite 50 Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹81 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 Sitara 50 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Sitara 50 mg Tablet starts at ₹107 (MRP ₹112) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 50 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Sitara 50 mg Tablet?
Sitara 50 mg Tablet is manufactured by INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS`. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Sitara 50 mg Tablet delivered?
Sitara 50 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Sitara 50 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Sitagliptin (50mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹107 (₹10.65 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹112
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Manufacturer
- INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS`
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class
- DPP-4 inhibitor
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 50 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Sitara 50 mg Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- 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 Sitara 50 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
Next steps
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.