Janumet (Sitagliptin / Metformin)

This medicine is a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 enzyme inhibitor and biguanide antidiabetic combination used along with a diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in certain patients with type 2 diabetes.

Directions

Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. This medicine may come with a patient information leaflet. Read it carefully. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about this medicine. TAKE THIS MEDICINE with food. DRINK PLENTY OF FLUIDS while taking this medicine. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C), in a tightly-closed container, away from heat, moisture, and light. Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Take this medicine regularly to receive the most benefit from it. Taking this medicine at the same times each day will help you to remember. CONTINUE TO TAKE THIS MEDICINE even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. DO NOT take 2 doses at once.

Cautions

SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medicine include diarrhea, gas, headache, indigestion, nausea, sore throat, stomach pain or upset, stuffy or runny nose, vomiting, or weakness. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience chest pain or discomfort; dizziness or lightheadedness; fast or difficult breathing; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; feeling of being unusually cold; general feeling of being unwell; muscle pain or weakness; red, blistered, swollen, or peeling skin; slow or irregular heartbeat; swelling of your hands, legs, face, lips, eyes, throat, or tongue; difficulty swallowing or breathing; unusual hoarseness; unusual or persistent stomach pain or discomfort; unusual drowsiness; or unusual tiredness or weakness. An allergic reaction to this medicine is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

Side Effects

Some common side effects that you may experience with Janumet medication are:

• Diarrhoea
• Gas
• Headache
• Indigestion
• Nausea
• Sore throat
• Stomach pain
• Upset stomach
• Stuffy or runny nose
• Vomiting
• Weakness

Serious side effects from this drug are very rare; however, if you experience any of the following side effects, notify your doctor immediately:

• Chest pain or discomfort
• Dizziness
• Lightheadedness
• Fast or difficult breathing
• Fever
• Chills
• Sore throat
• Feeling of being unusually cold
• General feeling of being unwell
• Muscle pain or weakness
• Slow or irregular heartbeat
• Swelling of your hands, legs, face, lips, eyes, throat, or tongue
• Difficulty swallowing or breathing
• Unusual hoarseness
• Unusual or persistent stomach pain or discomfort
• Unusual drowsiness
• Unusual tiredness or weakness