Endocrinology · DPP-4 inhibitor
Sitagliptin
Dose
100 mg OD; 50 mg if eGFR 30–45; 25 mg if eGFR <30.
Use
Weight-neutral add-on in T2DM with low hypoglycaemia risk.
Monitoring
Renal function, HbA1c, pancreatitis symptoms.
Side effects
- • Nasopharyngitis
- • Pancreatitis (rare)
- • Arthralgia
- • Bullous pemphigoid (rare)
Always confirm dose against your local formulary / BNF before prescribing.
