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Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR is a product of Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Composition: Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg) + Sitagliptin (100mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 174.10

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All Details About Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR

Description:

Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes. It controls your blood sugar levels and helps prevent serious complications in the future. Your doctor may prescribe it alone or along with other diabetes medicines.

Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR may be taken on an empty stomach or with a meal. However, the dose will depend on your condition and blood sugar levels; therefore, use it as advised by your doctor and do not stop taking this medicine unless the doctor recommends otherwise. Also, take it regularly and at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It is also crucial to stay on the diet and exercise program recommended by the doctor while taking this medicine.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, flatulence, abdominal pain, and constipation. These effects are usually minor and improve with time. Low blood sugar level (hypoglycemia) is a possible side effect if you are also taking other diabetes medicines, so you need to know how to recognize and deal with it. Contact the doctor if the side effects are worrisome or do not go away.



Earlier taking Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR, let the doctor know if you have ever had kidney disease, heart or pancreas problems, or drink a lot of alcohol. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctors before taking this medicine. Some other medicines you are taking may also interfere with this combination drug; therefore, make sure your doctor knows about all the other medicines you are using. Limit your alcohol intake while taking this medicine because it can increase your risk of developing low blood sugar levels. You may also need regular tests such as kidney function and blood glucose levels to check that the medicine is working properly.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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. Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Sitara PM

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Flatulence
  • Constipation
  • Abdominal pain

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR in patients with liver disease.

FAQs:

What is Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR used for?

Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR is used for adults with type 2 diabetes to help lower high blood sugar when diet and exercise are not enough. It combines three components that work together to control sugar levels throughout the day.

Who should not take Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR?

Individuals should not take Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR if they are allergic to metformin, pioglitazone, or sitagliptin. It should also be avoided in individuals who have severe kidney problems, liver disease, heart failure, current or past bladder cancer, or diabetic ketoacidosis (dangerous build‑up of acids in blood).

Can Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR cause pancreatitis (inflamed pancreas)?

Affirmative, pancreatitis has been reported with sitagliptin present in Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR. Perceivek immediate medical attention for severe, persistent belly pain that may reach the back, with or without nausea or vomiting.

Is Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR safe if I have heart problems?

Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR should not be used if you have current or past heart failure. If you recently had a heart attack or have severe circulation or breathing problems, tell your doctor before use.

Can Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR affect my kidneys or require stopping before scans?

Kidney function will be checked regularly during Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR treatment. Stop the product before an iodine contrast scan (X‑ray dye), and restart only when your doctor says it is safe, to lower the risk of lactic acidosis.

Can Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR alone cannot cause low blood sugar, but low sugar can happen if it is taken with insulin or sulfonylureas. Your doctor may lower those doses, and you should watch for shaking, sweating, a fast heartbeat, hunger, or confusion.

When should I stop or pause Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR?

Stop Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR, and get medical help for signs of lactic acidosis, or a severe allergic reaction (rash, hives, blistering/peeling, swelling of face/lips/tongue, trouble breathing). Your doctor may advise you to pause before major surgery, and during severe dehydration, and follow your doctor’s plan to restart safely.

Can Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR treat type-1 diabetes?

No. Sitara-PM 500 Tablet SR cannot treat type-1 diabetes. It is used only for type 2 diabetes.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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