Janumet 50mg/500mg Tablet (Sitagliptin 50mg / Metformin 500mg)

Description

Janumet (500/50 mg) Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Patients are advised to maintain a strict exercise and diet regimen along with this medicine to get the best possible effect. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Janumet (500/50 mg) Tablet
Anxiety
Chills
Blurred vision
Confusion
Cough
Fever
Sore throat
Nausea and vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Hypoglycemia
Lactic Acidosis
Weakness
Chest discomfort
Headache
Runny Nose
Belching and Heartburn
Swollen joints

Uses of Janumet (500/50 mg) Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Type II Diabetes Mellitus
This medicine is used along with an appropriate diet and exercise regimen to reduce blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes.

Related Product

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to sitagliptin, any other dipeptidyl peptidase 4 inhibitors, metformin, or any other biguanides.
Severe kidney impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a severe impairment of kidney function due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Metabolic Acidosis
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with metabolic acidosis since it may worsen the patient’s condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
General warnings
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in children and adolescents since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Bullous pemphigoid
This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased risk of bullous pemphigoid, a hypersensitivity reaction of the skin. Any unusual symptoms such as skin blisters or skin rashes should be reported to the doctor on priority. Therapy with the medicine may be discontinued based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Diabetic ketoacidosis
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of diabetic ketoacidosis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Type 1 diabetes mellitus
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus.
Lactic Acidosis
This medicine may cause lactic acidosis, which may be fatal, in some patients. This risk is especially higher in patients suffering from heart diseases, kidney diseases, etc. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Kidney disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of kidney disease due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Alcohol use
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Stress
Use of this medicine should be discontinued in patients exposed to stressful conditions such as a fever, trauma, surgeries, or accidents since it may not be effective in controlling blood sugar levels in these conditions. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered under your doctor’s supervision.
Diarrhea
This medicine may cause diarrhea when therapy is initiated. In most cases, diarrhea subsides by itself. Contact your doctor if the problem persists for longer durations. Therapy may need to be discontinued in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Vitamin B12 deficiency
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with vitamin B12 deficiency since it may worsen the patient’s condition. Appropriate vitamin B12 supplementation and dose adjustments may be required in some cases.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

General Instructions

Take this medicine as prescribed by the doctor. It is advised to take this medicine just before meals or with meals. Your dose is likely to change over time based on therapeutic response and clinical condition. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Do not change the dose or duration of use without consulting your doctor.