Istavel 25mg

Istavel 25 mg

Istavel 25 mg is an oral medicine for diabetes. Its active ingredient is Sitagliptin, which is known to be extremely effective in treating type 2 diabetes by controlling the sugar level. Sitagliptin is an oral antihyperglycemic or anti-diabetic drug containing DPP-4 inhibitors (dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors) that lowers the blood sugar level.

Uses of Istavel

It is mostly recommended for type-2 diabetes mellitus, alone or in combination with other medicines that cure diabetes. It is not recommended to treat type-1 diabetes. This drug is either sold alone or in combination with Metformin or Thiazolidinediones (other antihyperglycemic agents).

Working of Istavel

The anti-diabetic agent works by lowering the high blood glucose (hyperglycemia). These are the drugs that increase the secretion of insulin and suppress the release of glucagon by the pancreas. This drives the blood glucose levels to normal levels. As soon as the blood glucose levels become normal, then the increased change in the insulin and glucagon stop and further prevents the hypoglycemia situation.

Manufacturer:

Istavel 25 mg tablet is manufactured by a well known pharmaceutical company.

Do not take Istavel if you:

• Are allergic to Sitagliptin or any of the other ingredients present in the drug
• Are pregnant or planning to do so
• Are breastfeeding
• Have type-1 diabetes mellitus
• Have diabetic ketoacidosis
• Have serious infections
• Have a severe kidney problem

Dosage:

How to take?

Swallow the tablet with one glass full of water. The drug should preferably be combined with meals if possible. This drug should be combined with well-balanced calorie controlled diet, rich in fruits and vegetables. Take this drug during the same time each day, this will make you sure that you don’t forget to take the medicine at the correct time.

For how long to use Istavel?

It is very important to take the drug exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Continue to take the medicine as long as the doctor recommends you that. Take the medicine about the same the time each day so as to remember when to take the drug. This medicine controls diabetes but does not cure it, hence it is needed to take it for a longer period of time. The doctor will suggest you about the duration you have to take the medicine.

Side effects of Istavel:

Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you notice any of the following:

• Soreness in the back of the nose
• Unusual tiredness
• Low blood sugar
• A headache and drowsiness
• Fast heart rate
• Feeling drunk
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness and trouble concentrating
• Unusual bleeding or bruising

In such cases, you must go for immediate medical help. Do not get alarmed by the list. You may /may not experience all of them. Tell your doctor immediately in the above situations.

Common Drug interactions:

As the drug is associated with weight loss, ask your doctor about the intake of the cholesterol and diabetes drugs. Also consult your doctor about the following drugs such as:

• Probenecid
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
• Aspirin or other salicylates
• Sulfa drugs
• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
• Beta-blockers

Ask your doctor to get the full list of the drugs needed to be avoided while taking the drug as they may interfere it and may cause adverse effects. Also, tell him about the herbal or OTC medicine that you are taking or you have been taking. Never start a new medicine without the information of doctor.

What are the things to be taken care of?

• Your blood sugar will need to be checked often
• Do not consume alcohol
• Try to involve in any kind of exercise and take a proper diet to keep a check on blood sugar level.
• Keep a check on your body weight
• Always keep a source of sugar available with you like a fruit or candy or gel.
• Keep the drug readily available
• Do not skip meals while taking this drug