Januvia 25mg

Description Of Januvia 25mg

Januvia 25mg Tablet is an antidiabetic medicine used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat type 2 diabetes in adult patients. Patients are advised to follow a strict diet and exercise regimen along with this medicine for the best possible effect. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with type 1 diabetes and diabetic ketoacidosis.

Januvia 25mg Chemical Name

• Sitagliptin

Januvia 25mg Manufacturer

• Msd Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Uses of Januvia 25mg

Januvia 25mg Tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.

What is Januvia 25mg?

Januvia 25mg Tablet is a drug prescribed to patients with type 2 diabetes. It helps in reducing the blood sugar level in the body. It is classified under DDP-4 inhibitor class of medications. It is taken with diet and regular exercise and is sometimes prescribed along with other medications. It comes as a tablet and is consumed orally. However, note that it is used to lower blood sugar levels only and not to cure diabetes in itself.

How Januvia 25mg working?

Januvia 25mg Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It works by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas and decreasing the hormones that raise blood sugar levels. This reduces the fasting and postmeal sugar levels.

How is Januvia 25mg used?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Januvia 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Januvia 25mg Indications

Take Januvia 25mg Tablet with or without food. Do not crush or chew the tablet. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Januvia 25mg Dosage

Take Januvia 25mg Tablet with or without food. Do not crush or chew the tablet. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Contraindication Of Januvia 25mg

History of a serious hypersensitivity reaction to sitagliptin, such as anaphylaxis or angioedema.

Adverse effects Of Januvia 25mg

• Anxiety
• Headache
• Chills
• Blurred vision
• Confusion
• Nausea
• Cough
• Fever
• Sore throat

Special Precautions And Related Warnings Of Januvia 25mg

Januvia 25mg Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Taking Sitagliptin with alcohol may affect blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes.

Januvia 25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Januvia 25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Januvia 25mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Januvia 25mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxious feeling.

It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.

Storage Conditions for Januvia 25mg

Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.