Serious hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis, angioedema, & exfoliative skin conditions (eg, SJS); discontinue use if hypersensitivity reaction is suspected. Discontinue use if pancreatitis is suspected & do not restart if acute pancreatitis is confirmed; patient develops blisters or erosions during treatment & bullous pemphigoid is suspected & consider referral to a dermatologist. Not to be used in patients w/ type 1 DM or treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis. Consider temporary interruption of treatment when treating pyelonephritis or urosepsis; in patients who develop vol depletion until it is corrected. Carefully monitor vol status (eg, physical exam, BP measurements, lab tests including electrolytes) in intercurrent conditions leading to vol depletion (eg, GI illness). Caution in patients w/ predisposing factors to ketoacidosis; discontinue or consider temporary interruption if ketoacidosis is suspected. Risk of hypoglycaemia when used in combination w/ insulin & insulin secretagogues (eg, sulfonylureas); developing acute pancreatitis. Patients w/ history of pancreatitis. Arthralgia; individually assess drug therapy continuation if patient presents w/ severe joint pain. Take into account reports of dizziness w/ sitagliptin when driving or operating machines. Not to be used in patients w/ eGFR <45 mL/min/1.73 m
2; evaluate renal function prior to treatment initiation & periodically thereafter. Severe hepatic impairment. Not to be used during pregnancy & lactation. Not indicated for use in ped & adolescent patients. Elderly.