


Alsita-MP 500 Tablet SR
Manufacturer
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition
Metformin (500mg) + Pioglitazone (15mg) + Sitagliptin (100mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Alsita-MP 500 Tablet SR is an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes, controlling blood sugar levels and preventing serious complications.
Dosage Form
Tablet SR
Introduction
Alsita-MP 500 Tablet SR may be taken on an empty stomach or with a meal, but the dose will depend on your condition and blood sugar levels. Use it as advised by your doctor and do not stop taking this medicine unless the doctor recommends otherwise. 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.
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. Alsita-MP 500 Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed
Alcohol Warning
Limit your alcohol intake while taking this medicine because it can increase your risk of developing low blood sugar levels.
Breastfeeding Warning
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctors before taking this medicine.
Pregnancy Warning
Before taking Alsita-MP 500 Tablet SR, let the doctor know if you have ever had kidney disease, heart or pancreas problems, or drink a lot of alcohol.
How it works
Alsita-MP 500 Tablet SR is a combination of three antidiabetic medications. 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). Pioglitazone works by enhancing cellular responsiveness to insulin and increasing insulin-dependent glucose utilization and disposal. 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.
Quick Tips
Prefer taking Alsita-MP 500 Tablet SR after a meal or with a snack Alsita-MP 500 Tablet SR may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine Lifestyle changes like low sugar diet, exercising, losing weight, not smoking, and cutting down on alcohol intake may help this medication work better