Incrit 5050mg
Tablet
Sanofi Bangladesh Ltd.
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Incrit 50. |
| Pregnancy | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Incrit 50 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, the... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Incrit 50 is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. |
| 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. |
| Kidney | CAUTION Incrit 50 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Incrit 50 may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Incrit 50 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Incrit 50 may not be needed in... View More |
Introduction
Incrit 50 is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is used together with a healthy diet and regular exercise to control blood sugar leve... View More
Uses of Incrit 50
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Side effects of Incrit 50
- Headache
- Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar level) in combination with insulin or sulphonylurea
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
How to use Incrit 50
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. Incrit 50 may be taken wit... View More
How Incrit 50 works
Incrit 50 is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas and decreasing the hormones that raise blood su... View More
What if you forget to take Incrit 50?
If you miss a dose of Incrit 50, 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... View More
- Incrit 50 should be taken at the same time every day since this helps you remember to take it.
- It 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 symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxie... View More
- Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Incrit 50 affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you notice joint pains or develop symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea and/or vomiting.
Indication
Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Adult Dose
Oral Type 2 diabetes mellitus Adult: 100 mg once daily. Hepatic impairment Mild to moderate impairment: Dose adjustment not necessary Severe impa... View More
Child Dose
Safety and efficacy not established
Renal Dose
Renal impairment CrCl >50 mL/min: Dose adjustment not necessary CrCl 30-50 mL/min: 50 mg PO qDay CrCl <30 mL/min: 25 mg PO qDay ESRD: 25 mg PO qDay ... View More
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity reactions such as anaphylaxis, angioedema, and exfoliative skin conditions including Stevens-Johnson syndrome can occur. Type 1 diabete... View More
Mode of Action
Sitagliptin inhibits dipeptidyl peptidase IV (DPP-IV), resulting in prolonged active incretin levels. Incretin hormones increases insulin synthesis and ... View More
Precaution
Patient w/ type 1 diabetes, history of angioedema. Not intended for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis. Moderate and severe renal impairment. Pregna... View More
Side Effect
1-10% Nasopharyngitis (5%),Diarrhea (4%),Headache (3.6%),Constipation (3%),Peripheral edema (2%),Nausea (2%),Pharyngitis (1%),Osteoarthritis (1%),URI (... View More
Interaction
Increased risk of hypoglycaemia when used in combination w/ sulfonylureas or insulin.
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The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not... View More