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SITAGLIPTIN; METFORMIN treats type 2 diabetes. It works by decreasing your blood sugar (glucose). Changes to diet and exercise are often combined with this medication.
The lowest GoodRx price for the most common version of sitagliptin / metformin ER is around $277.17, 50% off the average retail price of $560.45.
What is Sitagliptin / Metformin ER?
What should I tell my doctor?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
- Dehydration
- Frequently drink alcohol
- Gallbladder disease
- Have had diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
- Have or have had pancreatitis
- Having a CT or x-ray scan
- Having surgery
- Heart attack
- Heart disease
- Heart failure
- High cholesterol
- Infection
- Irregular menstrual cycles
- Kidney disease
- Liver disease
- Low levels of calcium in your blood
- Low levels of vitamin B in your blood
- Stroke
- An unusual or allergic reaction to sitagliptin, metformin, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- Breastfeeding
How should I use this drug?
Take this medication by mouth with water. Take it as directed on the prescription label at the same time every day. Take it with food at the start of a meal. Do not cut, crush, or chew this medication. Swallow the tablets whole. Keep taking it unless your care team tells you to stop.
A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
Where should I store this drug?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
- Take the medication to a take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
- If you cannot return the medication, check the label or package insert to see if the medication should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your care team. If it is safe to put in the trash, empty the medication out of the container. Mix it with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or another unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.
Sitagliptin / Metformin ER Images
Sitagliptin/Metformin Hydrochloride 50mg-1000mg Extended-Release Tablet