Sitenali 50 mg Tablet

Composition of Sitenali 50 mg Tablet

Sitenali 50 mg Tablet contains Sitagliptin (50mg). It belongs to the Phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor class of medicines.

Uses of Sitenali 50 mg Tablet

Erectile dysfunction (impotence) in adult men

Key benefits

• Improves ability to achieve erection
• Helps maintain erection during sexual activity
• Enhances penile blood flow during stimulation
• Improves sexual performance in erectile dysfunction

How Sitenali 50 mg Tablet works

Sildenafil is a phosphodiesterase type-5 (PDE5) inhibitor. It increases levels of cGMP in the penis, improving blood flow during sexual stimulation and helping achieve and maintain an erection.

How to take Sitenali 50 mg Tablet

Take orally as advised by a doctor, usually 30–60 minutes before sexual activity (can be taken 30 minutes to 4 hours before). Swallow with water; with or without food (high-fat meals may delay effect). Do not take more than once in 24 hours.

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

If you miss a dose of Sitenali 50mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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 Sitenali 50 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Sitenali are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Headache
• flushing
• dizziness
• nasal congestion
• indigestion
• visual disturbance (blurred vision/blue tinge)
• back pain
• 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 Sitenali 50 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Do not use with nitrates (e.g., nitroglycerin/isosorbide) due to dangerous drop in blood pressure. Use caution with heart disease, recent heart attack/stroke, uncontrolled high/low blood pressure, severe liver impairment, kidney disease, or bleeding disorders. Seek urgent help for chest pain, sudden vision/hearing loss, or an erection lasting >4 hours (priapism). Not for women or children. Avoid if advised to avoid sexual activity for cardiac reasons.

Do not take Sitenali 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

Nitrates (contraindicated),riociguat (contraindicated),alpha-blockers and other antihypertensives (additive hypotension),CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, erythromycin, clarithromycin, ritonavir/cobicistat) increase levels,CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampicin, carbamazepine, phenytoin) reduce effect,other PDE5 inhibitors

How to store Sitenali 50 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 Sitenali 50 mg Tablet

Sitenali 50mg Tablet should be taken at the same time every day since this helps you remember to take it. It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines or alcohol, or if you delay or miss a meal. Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool, pale skin, tremors, and anxiety. Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Sitenali 50mg Tablet affects you. Inform your doctor if you notice joint pain or develop symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, and/or vomiting. You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with this medicine. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while taking this medicine.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

CADILA PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Erectile dysfunction agent

Drug class:

Phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor

Chemical class:

Beta amino acid derivative