Who can take sitagliptin
Most adults aged 18 years and older can take sitagliptin.
Who may not be able to take sitagliptin
This medicine is not used to treat type 1 diabetes (when your body does not produce insulin).
Sitagliptin is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor if you:
- have ever had an allergic reaction to sitagliptin or any other medicine
- have problems with your pancreas
- have gallstones or very high levels of triglycerides (a type of fat) in your blood
- are a heavy drinker or dependent on alcohol
- have ever had any problems with your kidneys
- are pregnant or breastfeeding, or trying to get pregnant