Januvia is an oral medication used to treat type 2 diabetes in adults, whose active ingredient is sitagliptin, and can be used alone or in combination with other type 2 diabetes medicines.
Januvia, produced by Merck Sharp & Dohme Pharmaceuticals, can be purchased from pharmacies in the form of tablets.
Januvia Price
The price of Januvia ranges from 30 to 150 reais, depending on the dosage and number of tablets.
Januvia Indications
Januvia is indicated for the treatment of type 2 diabetes because it helps reduce blood sugar levels, which are increased. This medicine may be used alone or in combination with other type 2 diabetes medications and should be associated with a healthy diet guided by a nutritionist and an exercise program indicated by a physical educator.
How to use Januvia
The mode of use of Januvia is to consume 1 tablet of 100 mg once daily with or without food as directed by a doctor. The dose may be lower if the patient has kidney problems.
Side effects of Januvia
Side effects of Januvia include pancreatitis, hypoglycemia, headache, diarrhea, indigestion, flatulence, vomiting, colds, cough, fungal infection of the skin, swelling of the hands or legs, allergic reaction, stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, arrest muscle aches, joint pains, or back pain.
Contraindications of Januvia
Januvia is contraindicated in children and adolescents under 18 years of age in patients who are hypersensitive to formula components in women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant and during breast-feeding.
This medicine should not be used in case of type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, kidney problems and in patients who have already had an allergic reaction to Januvia without medical advice.
