MACsita 100mg Tablet

Description

Uses:
MACsita 100mg Tablet is used for managing Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, especially when:

• Diet and exercise alone are not enough

• Better control of post-meal blood sugar is needed

• Used alone or with other medicines like metformin, sulfonylureas, pioglitazone, or insulin

It helps maintain steady sugar levels throughout the day.

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How it Works:

Sitagliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor that:

• Increases incretin hormone levels

• Enhances insulin release after meals

• Reduces glucagon production

• Improves overall glycemic control without causing sudden sugar drops

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Dosage:

• Usually taken once daily, with or without food.

• 100mg is the standard adult dose if kidney function is normal.

• Dose may be reduced in moderate-to-severe kidney disease.

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How to Use:

• Take whole with water at the same time each day.

• Continue diet control and regular exercise.

• Monitor sugar levels frequently.

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Precautions:

• Inform doctor if you have kidney issues (dose may need adjustment).

• Use carefully if you have had pancreatitis.

• Not for Type 1 diabetes or DKA.

• Can be used with other diabetic medicines but may increase risk of low sugar when combined with sulfonylureas/insulin.

• Inform doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding.

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Side Effects:

Common:

• Headache

• Nasal congestion

• Stomach discomfort

• Sore throat

Less common but serious:

• Pancreatitis (severe upper stomach pain)

• Allergic skin reactions

• Joint pain

• Low blood sugar (when used with insulin or sulfonylureas)