Siglipol
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About Siglipol Products
Uses of Siglipol Products
Sitagliptin is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is used along with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Siglipol Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Siglipol are Headache, Upper respiratory tract infection, Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar level) in combination with insulin or sulphonylurea, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Nausea1a, Diarrhea, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Conjunctivitis, Cough, Vomiting, Constipation, Pancreatic inflammation.
How Siglipol Products work
Sitagliptin is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas and decreasing the hormones that raise blood sugar levels. This reduces the fasting and postmeal sugar levels.
Patient Concerns about Siglipol Products
Frequently asked questions about Siglipol Products
Frequently asked questions about Sitagliptin
Q. Does Siglipol 50 Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Siglipol 50 Tablet is not known to cause weight gain by itself. However, keeping a healthy weight is an important part of managing diabetes. Consult your doctor if you experience weight gain while taking Siglipol 50 Tablet.
Q. Is Siglipol 50 Tablet bad for your kidneys?
No, Siglipol 50 Tablet is not bad for your kidneys if your kidney function is normal. However, it is important to inform your doctor if you have, or ever had, any kidney problems. If you have kidney problems, you may need dose modification.
Q. Do I still have to manage my diet and exercise while on Siglipol 50 Tablet?
Yes, it is important to manage your diet and exercise while taking Siglipol 50 Tablet. In addition to medicine, making healthy food choices and being physically active are also important to effectively manage blood sugar levels. You may consult a dietitian and follow a diet chart that suits you best. A well-balanced diet is one part of a healthy lifestyle for people with type 2 diabetes. Additionally, thirty minutes of exercise such as a brisk walk is recommended.
Q. Can my blood sugar levels go too low on Siglipol 50 Tablet?
Yes, it is possible that your blood sugar levels may become very low (hypoglycemia). The chances are higher if you are on any other antidiabetic medicine or insulin along with Siglipol 50 Tablet. Additionally, blood sugar levels can take a huge dip if you skip meals, exercise more than usual, or if you have taken an overdose of Siglipol 50 Tablet. If you experience a sudden fall in your sugar levels, inform your doctor. The doctor may suggest dose modification to prevent your blood sugar levels from decreasing significantly (hypoglycemia). Follow your doctor’s advice and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
Q. What will happen if I accidentally take more than the prescribed dose of Siglipol 50 Tablet?
If you have accidentally taken more than the prescribed dose of Siglipol 50 Tablet, your blood sugar levels may become too low (hypoglycemia). This hypoglycemia may be mild or severe. Monitor your blood sugar levels more frequently for the next 24 hours. Mild episodes of hypoglycemia (with symptoms like anxiety, sweating, weakness, tremors, fast heartbeat) can usually be corrected with the help of sugary foods such as sugar or glucose candy, fruit juice and glucose/glucon-D. However, it is important to consult your doctor to decide the further course of treatment. More severe episodes of hypoglycemia may even lead to a seizure (fit) or unconsciousness. This can be life-threatening and immediate medical help may be required.
Q. What if I miss a dose of Siglipol 50 Tablet?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If in case you do not remember until it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses of Siglipol 50 Tablet at the same time.
Q. Is Siglipol 50 Tablet safe to be taken for a long term?
Yes, it is safe to take Siglipol 50 Tablet for a long time. Its long-term use, which can continue for months, years or even lifelong, has not shown any harmful effects. Keep taking Siglipol 50 Tablet as long as your doctor recommends it. Remember, Siglipol 50 Tablet only helps to keep your blood sugar levels under control but does not cure your diabetes.
Q. How long do I need to take Siglipol 50 Tablet?
Siglipol 50 Tablet only helps to manage your blood sugar levels but does not cure your diabetes. Keep taking Siglipol 50 Tablet as long as your doctor recommends it. You may have to take it lifelong. It is important to keep your blood sugar levels under control as any fluctuations in your blood sugar levels may cause serious problems. Therefore, do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor.
Q. What is the most important information I should know about Siglipol 50 Tablet?
Siglipol 50 Tablet is safe to use if taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. However, in rare cases, some serious side effects can also be observed. In some people, Siglipol 50 Tablet may cause inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis) which could be severe and can even lead to death. If you experience severe and persistent pain in your stomach area (abdomen), stop the medication and immediately contact your doctor. Siglipol 50 Tablet can also cause heart failure. This means the heart is not able to pump blood well enough, therefore, inform your doctor if you have or ever had heart problems before you start taking Siglipol 50 Tablet. In addition to that, problems related to kidneys should also be discussed with the doctor.
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