Zomelis Met 50/850MG Tab — Side Effects & Warnings

Prescription only. Risk of lactic acidosis with metformin (medical emergency): higher risk in kidney impairment, dehydration, severe infection, hypoxia, heart failure, liver disease, or excess alcohol; stop and seek help if fast breathing, severe weakness, muscle pain, abdominal pain, or drowsiness occur. Assess renal function before and during therapy; dose adjustment/avoid in significant renal impairment. Temporarily stop metformin before iodinated contrast procedures and major surgery as advised. Sitagliptin: rare pancreatitis and severe joint pain; stop and consult if severe persistent abdominal pain. Monitor for hypoglycaemia if used with insulin/sulfonylureas.