💡 Uses & Benefits

• Dual-action blood sugar control: Sitagliptin boosts insulin and lowers glucagon via incretins; Metformin improves insulin sensitivity and reduces liver glucose output 

• Convenient dosing: Taken twice daily with meals; starting at 50 mg/500 mg each dose helps reduce GI side effects

• Better glucose management: More effective than either drug alone, aiding in reducing HbA1c and risk of diabetes-related complications

• Widely accessible: Manufactured locally in Bangladesh; one strip (10 tablets) costs around ৳160 

📋 Product Specifications

📌 Highlights at a Glance

• ✅ Comprehensive glucose control using two complementary mechanisms

• 🥘 Meal-friendly dosing to reduce stomach upset

• 💊 Affordable and widely available in Bangladesh

• 🩺 Simplifies regimen by combining two oral medications in one tablet

⚠️ Important Safety & Precautions

• Common side effects: GI discomfort (diarrhea, nausea), headache, URTI

• Risk of hypoglycemia increases when used with insulin or sulfonylureas; monitor blood sugar closely 

• Contraindications: Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis; caution in renal impairment and liver disease

• Rare but serious risk: Lactic acidosis—watch for symptoms like fast breathing, unusual fatigue, or stomach discomfort 

• Drug interactions: Be cautious with alcohol, iodinated contrast, cimetidine, diuretics, steroids, and ACE inhibitors—monitor accordingly 

💡 Patient Advice

• Take with meals to reduce GI upset.

• Monitor kidney function and vitamin B12 annually, as long-term Metformin use may impact both

• Avoid alcohol or use with caution; it may raise the risk of lactic acidosis 

• Do not stop suddenly without your doctor’s advice—this may affect your blood sugar control.