{"product_id":"sita-100mg-tablets-14s","title":"Sita 100mg Tablets 14's","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSita 100mg\u003c\/b\u003e is a prescription antidiabetic medication that contains \u003cb\u003esitagliptin phosphate\u003c\/b\u003e as its active ingredient. It belongs to a class of drugs known as dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors (or \"gliptins\") and is prescribed alongside a healthy diet and regular physical exercise to \u003cb\u003econtrol blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it Works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSitagliptin works by optimizing the body's natural response to food. After you eat, your intestines release specific hormones called incretins (like GLP-1), which tell your pancreas to produce insulin and signal your liver to stop releasing excess sugar. Normally, an enzyme called DPP-4 breaks down these helpful hormones very quickly. Sita 100mg blocks this DPP-4 enzyme, keeping the incretin hormones active longer. This results in \u003cb\u003eincreased insulin release\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003edecreased liver glucose production\u003c\/b\u003e, effectively lowering both fasting and post-meal blood sugar levels. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDosage and Administration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard Usage\u003c\/b\u003e: The medication is typically taken as a single daily tablet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith or Without Food\u003c\/b\u003e: It can be taken comfortably with or without a meal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eConsistency\u003c\/b\u003e: Taking the tablet at the same time every day helps maintain a steady effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdministration\u003c\/b\u003e: Swallow the tablet whole with a drink of water; do not crush, chew, or break it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote for Kidney Health\u003c\/b\u003e: If there are pre-existing moderate-to-severe kidney issues, a healthcare professional may adjust the dose to prevent the medicine from building up in the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCritical Precautions and Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePancreatitis Alert\u003c\/b\u003e: While rare, sitagliptin carries a warning for inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis). \u003cb\u003eStop taking the medication immediately and contact a doctor\u003c\/b\u003e if you develop severe, persistent stomach pain that radiates through to your back, with or without vomiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHypoglycemia Risk\u003c\/b\u003e: Sita rarely causes low blood sugar when used on its own. However, if a doctor prescribes it together with other diabetes drugs like a sulfonylurea (e.g., glimepiride) or insulin, the risk of hypoglycemia goes up. Keep a fast-acting glucose source (like fruit juice or honey) nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon, Mild Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e: Some individuals experience mild headaches, upper respiratory tract infections (like a stuffy nose or sore throat), or slight nausea. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSevere Joint Pain\u003c\/b\u003e: On rare occasions, DPP-4 inhibitors can cause severe or disabling joint pain. Inform your provider if you experience joint discomfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53372736864556,"sku":null,"price":440.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/prescription-required.png?v=1745497922","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/sita-100mg-tablets-14s","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}