Overview of Sitagliptin and Its Role

• Sitagliptin (Januvia) is a DPP-4 inhibitor used to manage type 2 diabetes by increasing insulin production and decreasing glucose production in the liver.

Alternative Medications

• Consider other diabetes medication classes like Metformin, Sulfonylureas (e.g., glimepiride), or SGLT2 inhibitors.
• Cost-effective options in India include Sitabite 100, Sita OD 100, Alsita-100, Sitacip 100, and Lupisit-100.

Factors to Consider Before Switching

• Consult your healthcare provider before changing medications.
• Consider your health status, kidney function, and other medications.

Possible Alternatives to Discuss with Your Doctor

• Metformin: Widely used and affordable.
• Sulfonylureas: Such as glimepiride or gliclazide.
• Other DPP-4 inhibitors or SGLT2 inhibitors if suitable.

Next Steps

• Discuss options with your endocrinologist or diabetologist.
• Monitor blood sugar levels during any medication change.