Januvia
 = Prescription Required
 = Generic Equvalent
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Januvia
25mg Tablets
Sitagliptin
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Januvia
50mg Tablets
Sitagliptin
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Januvia
100mg Tablets
Sitagliptin
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Januvia Prescription Drug Information
Sitagliptin (By mouth)
Sitagliptin (sit-a-GLIP-tin)
Treats type 2 diabetes either alone or together with other medicines.
Brand Name(s):Januvia
There may be other brand names for Januvia. When Januvia Should Not Be Used:
You should not use Januvia if you have had an allergic reaction to sitagliptin. Januvia should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis (high ketones and acid in the blood). How to Use Januvia:
Tablet
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Your doctor will tell you how much of Januvia to use and how often. Your dose may need to be changed several times in order to find out what works best for you. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
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You may take Januvia with or without food.
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Carefully follow your doctor's instructions about any special diet.
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Januvia should come with a Medication Guide. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. Ask your pharmacist for the Medication Guide if you do not have one. Your doctor might ask you to sign some forms to show that you understand this information.
If a dose of Januvia is missed:
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If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
How to Store and Dispose of Januvia:
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Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
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Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any leftover medicine after you have finished your treatment. You will also need to throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed.
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Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid While Taking Januvia:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
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Make sure your doctor knows if you are using insulin or other medicines to treat your diabetes (such as glipizide, glimepiride, glyburide, tolbutamide, Amaryl®, Glucotrol®, or Orinase®). Tell your doctor if you are also using digoxin (Digitek®, Lanoxin®).
Warnings While Using Januvia:
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Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease or a history of pancreas problems.
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Tell your doctor if you are overweight, or if you have high cholesterol or fats in the blood. These conditions may increase your risk for pancreatitis (swelling and inflammation of the pancreas).
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Pancreatitis may occur while you are using Januvia. Stop using Januvia and check with your doctor right away if you have sudden and severe stomach pain, chills, constipation, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, fever, or lightheadedness.
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Tell your doctor if you have a fever, an infection, or an injury, or if you are planning to have surgery. Your doctor may need to change your dose of sitagliptin.
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Januvia may cause serious types of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Tell your doctor right away if you have a rash; itching; swelling of the face, tongue, and throat; trouble with breathing or swallowing; or chest pain after using Januvia.
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If your blood sugar gets too low, you may feel weak, drowsy, confused, anxious, or very hungry. You may also sweat, shake, or have blurred vision, a fast heartbeat, or a headache that will not go away. If you have symptoms of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), check your blood sugar. If your blood sugar is 70 mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter) or below, do one of the following: Drink 4 ounces (one-half cup) of fruit juice, or eat 5 to 6 pieces of hard candy, or take 2 to 3 glucose tablets. Recheck your blood sugar 15 minutes later. If your blood sugar goes above 70 mg/dL, eat a snack or a meal. If your blood sugar is still below 70 mg/dL, drink one-half cup juice, or eat 5 to 6 pieces of candy, or take 2 to 3 glucose tablets. Carry candy or some type of sugar with you at all times, especially if you are away from home. You can take this if you feel that your blood sugar is too low, even if you do not have a blood glucose meter. Always carefully follow your doctor's instructions about how to treat your low blood sugar. Learn what to do if your blood sugar gets too low. Teach friends, coworkers, and family members what they can do to help if you have low blood sugar.
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Your doctor will need to check your blood or urine at regular visits while you are using Januvia. Be sure to keep all appointments. You will also need to check your blood sugar at home.
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Januvia is only one part of a complete program for controlling diabetes. It is important that you always eat a healthy diet, watch your weight, and get regular exercise.
Possible Side Effects While Using Januvia:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
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Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing.
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Blistering, peeling, or red skin rash.
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Change in how much or how often you urinate.
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Fast heartbeat, cold sweats, or shakiness.
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Fever, chills, runny or stuffy nose, cough, sore throat, and body aches.
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Headache or blurred vision.
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Lightheadedness, dizziness, or hunger.
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Severe drowsiness, confusion, or mental changes.
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Sudden and severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite.
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Unusual tiredness or weakness.
If you notice these less serious side effects while taking Januvia, talk with your doctor:
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Mild nausea, diarrhea, or stomach pain.
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by Januvia, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
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