Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Active Ingredient	Sitagliptin (50mg) + Glimepiride (1mg) + Metformin (1000mg)
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI DIABETIC
User Rating	4.2
User Reviews	612

FAQ

What if you forget to take Sitamax GM Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg, 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.

Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg Tablet Reviews

Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg is a combination of three medicines used to lower blood glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is generally prescribed when diet, exercise, and other treatments do not result in adequate glycemic control.

Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg is best taken with food; however, take this medicine regularly and at the same time each day to get maximum benefits. The dose and duration are decided according to your condition and how well you respond to it. The doctor may also monitor your blood sugar levels regularly when you are taking this combination medicine.

Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If stopped abruptly, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of complications. This medication is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction because lifestyle habits play a big part in controlling diabetes.

The most common side effects of Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg include nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal disturbances, and hypoglycemia. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away or get worse. They may be able to help by adjusting the dosage or by prescribing an alternate medicine.

You should not take Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus or acute or chronic metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis. Patients with active bladder cancer or a history of bladder cancer should also not take this medicine. Inform your doctor about all the other medicines that you take as some of them can affect or be affected by this medication. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctors before taking it.

How Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg Tablet Works

Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg is a combination of three antidiabetic medications. Sitagliptin helps to control blood sugar levels by increasing substances (incretins) in the body that make the pancreas release more insulin. It also signals the liver to stop producing sugar (glucose) when there is too much sugar in the blood. Glimepiride lowers blood sugar by causing the pancreas to produce insulin (a natural substance that is needed to break down sugar in the body) and helping the body use insulin efficiently. Metformin decreases the amount of glucose you absorb from your food and the glucose made by the liver. It also increases the body's response to insulin, a natural substance that controls the amount of glucose in the blood (blood sugar levels).

How to Use Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg Tablet

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus: Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes as this helps to reduce the risk of serious diabetes-associated complications, such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg helps control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It also reduces the risk of heart diseases like heart attack or stroke. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.

Uses of Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg Tablet

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Liver ^CAUTION

Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg.

Driving ^CAUTION

Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

If you get unusually thirsty, pass urine more frequently, and feel tired, let your doctor know. These are signs that there is too much sugar in your blood and your dose may need adjusting.
Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal. Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) symptoms, such as fatigue, dizziness, cold sweats, tremor, and anxiety.
Prefer taking Sitamax GM Forte 50mg/1mg/1000mg after a meal or with a snack, as this will reduce the chance of an upset stomach.
Lifestyle changes like low sugar diet, exercising, losing weight, not smoking, and cutting down on alcohol intake may help this medication work better.
Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine.

References

A Multicenter, Randomized, Comparative, Active-Controlled, Double-Blind, Double-Dummy, Phase 3 Study to Assess Efficacy and Safety of Fixed Dose Combination of Sitagliptin Phosphate, Metformin Hydrochloride and Glimepiride Tablets in Comparison to Co- administration of Metformin Hydrochloride and Glimepiride Tablets in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Protocol No. ICR/21/004, clinical study report dated 3rd July 2023, Sun Pharma Laboratories Limited, Data on file.
Sitagliptin/metformin HC [Prescribing Information]. Whitehouse Station: Merck & Co., Inc.; 2012.