Side Effects

Keep in mind that your doctor has recommended this medication because they believe it will benefit you more than it will harm you. Many users of this medicine report no significant negative effects.

Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) may happen if sitagliptin is administered along with other diabetic drugs, despite the fact that this treatment by itself often does not induce hypoglycemia. Whether the dosage of your other diabetes medication(s) needs to be lowered should be discussed with your doctor or pharmacist.

Low blood sugar symptoms include excessive sweating, shaking, rapid heartbeat, hunger, blurred vision, dizziness, or tingling hands/feet. Carrying glucose tablets or gel to treat low blood sugar is a good habit. If you don't have these reliable sources of glucose, you can quickly raise your blood sugar by eating a quick source of sugar like table sugar, honey, or candy, or by drinking fruit juice or non-diet soda. Inform your doctor as soon as possible about the reaction. Low blood sugar is more likely if you consume a lot of alcohol, do a lot of exercises, or don't eat enough calories. Eat meals on a regular schedule and avoid skipping meals to help prevent low blood sugar. To find out what to do if you miss a meal, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.

Hyperglycemia symptoms include thirst, increased urination, confusion, drowsiness, flushing, rapid breathing, and fruity breath odor. If these symptoms occur, tell your doctor right away. Your diabetes medication may need to be adjusted by your doctor (s).

Notify your doctor right away if you experience any serious side effects, such as kidney problems (such as a change in urine volume), joint pain, unusual skin blisters, or signs of heart failure (such as shortness of breath, swelling ankles/feet, unusual tiredness, or unusual/sudden weight gain).

If you experience any of the following extremely serious side effects, seek medical attention immediately: signs of pancreatitis (such as persistent nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, severe stomach/abdominal/back pain).

Rarely will this medication cause a very serious allergic reaction. Nevertheless, if you have any of the following signs of a significant allergic response, seek medical attention right away: rash, itching, or swelling (particularly of the face, tongue, or neck), severe dizziness, or difficulty breathing.

This is not an exhaustive list of potential side effects. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any other side effects not listed above.

In the United States, contact your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA by calling 1-800-FDA-1088 or visiting www.fda.gov/medwatch.

In Canada, contact your doctor if you are experiencing side effects. You can contact Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345 to report side effects.