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Januvia is the brand name for sitagliptin and is available as an oral tablet.

Januvia is available as a 25 mg, 50 mg, and 100 mg oral tablet.

Januvia is a DDP-4 inhibitor and is used to treat type 2 diabetes in adults.

Januvia is a DPP-4 inhibitor, which means that it blocks the action of DPP-4. In doing so, Januvia allows insulin to stick around longer in your body and tells your body to make less sugar. These actions lower your blood sugar levels.

Januvia is typically dosed as 100 mg by mouth once daily. Your dose might differ if you have kidney problems

Januvia is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.

Common side effects of Januvia:

• Runny nose, sore throat, and other symptoms of the common cold

Serious side effects are rare with Januvia. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

• Inflamed pancreas: upper stomach pain, fever, nausea, vomiting
• Severe skin or allergic reactions: rash, blisters, sores, trouble breathing, swelling
• Sudden kidney problems: not urinating, swelling in legs or ankles, feeling tired, trouble breathing, confusion, nausea

The following medications may interact with Januvia:

• Insulin Secretagogues or Insulin: Coadministration of Januvia with an insulin secretagogue (e.g., sulfonylurea) or insulin may require lower doses of the insulin secretagogue or insulin to reduce the risk of hypoglycemia

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It is not known if Januvia can harm your unborn baby. Januvia should only be used during pregnancy if the benefit to you is worth the possible risk to your baby.

• Sitagliptin