Januvia 25mg Tablet

Introduction to Januvia 25mg Tablet

Januvia 25mg Tablet, consists of the active ingredient Sitagliptin. It is indicated in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which the blood sugar (glucose) level is high in the body. It occurs when the body cells become resistant to the effect of insulin. As a result of this insulin resistance, the blood glucose level in the body increases. In type 2 diabetes, the body does not make sufficient insulin or the insulin that is produced is not used well. It is otherwise also known as non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, and since it usually occurs past middle age, it is also widely referred to as mature onset diabetes.

If you have an intolerance to sugars, pancreatitis, gall stones, alcohol dependency, high levels of triglycerides, heart conditions, kidney conditions or pancreatic conditions, then inform your doctor before starting treatment with Januvia 25mg Tablet. This medication is not to be taken by children and adolescents below the age of 18. Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar level), cough, runny or congested nose, and headache are some common side effects of this medication.

Therapeutic Effects of Januvia 25mg Tablet

Januvia 25mg tablet works by regulating the blood glucose levels that usually increase post meals by stimulating insulin release from the pancreas. It prevents rapid degradation of glucagon-like peptides, leading to delayed gastric emptying, lower appetite, and controlled glucose fluctuation after meals.

Interaction of Januvia 25mg Tablet with other drugs

Inform your physician regarding any prescribed medicines, over-the-counter medications, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products that you are taking or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Januvia 25mg tablet and can cause undesirable side effects.

More Information about Januvia 25mg Tablet

Store between 20-25°C. Keep the medicines in a safe place away from the reach of children.

How to consume Januvia 25mg Tablet

Januvia 25mg Tablet is to be taken as prescribed by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food.

Safety Advices for Januvia 25mg Tablet

Pregnancy

Januvia 25mg Tablet might be unsafe during pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, think you might be pregnant or are planning to get pregnant before starting treatment with medication.

Breast Feeding

Januvia 25mg Tablet might be unsafe during breastfeeding. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before starting treatment with medication.

Lungs

Januvia 25mg tablet might be safe in patients with lung disease. Inform your doctor if you have any lung disease before starting treatment with this tablet.

Liver

Januvia 25mg Tablet might be safe to use in patients having liver conditions if prescribed by your doctor. Inform your doctor about any liver conditions you have before starting treatment with this medication.

Alcohol

It is not safe to consume alcohol during treatment with Januvia 25mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you had a history of alcoholism before starting treatment with this medication.

Driving

Januvia 25mg Tablet may cause dizziness and drowsiness which might affect your ability to drive. Hence, driving must be done with caution.

Side Effects of Januvia 25mg Tablet

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medications cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious

Pancreatitis (Severe and continuous pain in the abdomen)
Persistent nausea and vomiting
Rashes, blisters and swelling
Kidney problem

Common

Low blood sugar levels (headache, irritability, hunger, drowsiness, fatigue, dizziness fast heartbeat, jittery feeling and confusion)
Upper respiratory tract infections (cough, sore throat, runny or stuffed nose)
Constipation
Swelling of hands and legs

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