Januvia (Sitagliptin) belongs to the group of Diabetes medications called DPP-4 inhibitors. It works by increasing the amount of incretin released by the intestine. Incretin is a hormone that raises insulin levels when blood sugar is high and decreases the amount of sugar made by the body. Januvia (Sitagliptin) is used alone or in combination with other medications to impr...More on Januvia indication

This is a combination medication that contains 2 active ingredients: Sitagliptin and Metformin. They are used together, along with diet and exercise, to improve blood glucose (sugar) levels for adults with Type 2 Diabetes. Sitagliptin - metformin may be used in addition to other diabetes medications to reduce blood sugar levels, when other medications haven't provided adequate control....More on Janumet indication

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Januvia (Sitagliptin). If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Januvia (Sitagliptin) with your...More on Januvia side effects

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Janumet. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Janumet with your doctor. The following si...More on Janumet side effects

Januvia (Sitagliptin) should not be taken by anyone who is allergic to Januvia (Sitagliptin) or to any of the ingredients of the medication....More on Januvia contraindications

Do not take sitagliptin - metformin if you: are allergic to sitagliptin, metformin, or any ingredients of the medication are breast-feeding are pregnant or planning to become pregnant are undergoing radiologic studies involving use of iodinated contrast materials are severely dehydrated drink a lot of alcohol in a short term or on a regular basis have cardiovascular collapse (sudden fail...More on Janumet contraindications

There may be an interaction between Januvia (Sitagliptin) and any of the following: acetazolamide alcohol alpha-lipoic acids angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs; captopril, enalapril, ramipril) antimalarial medications (e.g., hydroxychloroquine, quinine) antipsychotics (e.g., aripiprazole, clozapine, quetiapine, risperidone) beta-blockers (e.g., acebutolol, carvedilol, metoprol...More on Januvia precautions

There may be an interaction between sitagliptin - metformin and any of the following: Acetazolamide alcohol Amiodarone angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs; Captopril, Enalapril, Ramipril) antipsychotics (e.g., Clozapine, Haloperidol, Olanzapine, Quetiapine, Risperidone) β2-agonists (e.g., salbutamol, formoterol) birth control pills calcium channel blockers (e.g., Amlod...More on Janumet precautions