What is the generic brand for Januvia?

What is the generic brand for Januvia?

Januvia generic Januvia is available only as a brand-name medication. It’s not currently available in generic form. Januvia contains the drug sitagliptin.

What is the drug Januvia used for?

Indication for JANUVIA JANUVIA (jah-NEW-vee-ah) is a once-daily prescription pill that, along with diet and exercise, helps lower blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. JANUVIA should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes or with diabetic ketoacidosis (increased ketones in the blood or urine).

What is the difference between metformin and Januvia?

Metformin and Januvia, a DPP-4 inhibitor, target different areas of the body: metformin decreases glucose production by the liver and Januvia increases insulin secretion by the pancreas, both acting in different ways against hyperglycemia. We’ve heard from doctors that the drugs work better together.

What are the common side effects of Januvia?

The most common side effects of JANUVIA include upper respiratory infection, stuffy or runny nose and sore throat, and headache. JANUVIA may have other side effects, including stomach upset and diarrhea, swelling of the hands or legs, when JANUVIA is used with metformin and rosiglitazone (Avandia ®).

Is Januvia safe for kidneys?

Januvia (sitagliptin) can now be used at a lower dose in patients with moderate to severe renal impairment.

Is it better to take Januvia in the morning or at night?

You can take Januvia in the morning or at night, but it’s best to get into a routine of taking it at the same time each day. Januvia can be taken with or without food. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.

How much is Januvia at Walmart?

Average 12 Month Prices for Januvia

Can Januvia affect eyesight?

Although Januvia by itself usually does not cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), low blood sugar may occur if Januvia is prescribed with other anti-diabetic medications. Symptoms of low blood sugar include sudden sweating, shaking, fast heartbeat, hunger, blurred vision, dizziness, or tingling hands/feet.