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Sitason-50 mg Tablet
Sitagliptin (50mg)
Sitason-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
₹33₹3.28 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Sitagliptin (50mg)
Available variants: tablet 50 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹33 (₹3.28 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: UNISON 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
Composition of Sitason-50 mg Tablet
Sitason-50 mg Tablet contains Sitagliptin (50mg). It belongs to the DPP-4 inhibitor class of medicines.
Uses of Sitason-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 Sitason-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 Sitason-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 Sitason-50 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Sitason-50 mg 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 Sitason-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 Sitason-50 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.
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 Sitason-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 Sitason-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:
- UNISON PHARMACEUTICALS
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class:
- DPP-4 inhibitor
Substitutes for Sitason-50 mg Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Sitagliptin (50mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
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Sitason-50 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Sitason-50 mg Tablet used for?
Sitason-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 Sitason-50 mg Tablet?
Sitason-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 Sitason-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 Sitason-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 Sitason-50 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Sitason-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 Sitason-50 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Sitason-50 mg 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 Sitason-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 Sitason-50 mg.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Sitason-50 mg Tablet?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Sitason-50 mg Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Sitason-50 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Sitason-50 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Sitason-50 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Sitason-50 mg Tablet starts at ₹33 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 Sitason-50 mg Tablet?
Sitason-50 mg Tablet is manufactured by UNISON PHARMACEUTICALS. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Sitason-50 mg Tablet delivered?
Sitason-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.
Sitason-50 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Sitagliptin (50mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹33 (₹3.28 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- UNISON PHARMACEUTICALS
- Manufacturer
- UNISON 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 Sitason-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 Sitason-50 mg 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.