⚕️ Full Prescribing Information
For complete safety information, warnings, and dosage guidelines:
View FDA Label (PDF) →📋 Overview
Januvia is an oral diabetes medication that helps control blood sugar levels. It is often used when metformin alone is not enough.
How It Works
Januvia inhibits DPP-4 enzyme, increasing incretin hormones which increase insulin release and decrease glucagon when blood sugar is high.
✓ FDA Approved Uses
- Type 2 diabetes (with diet and exercise)
⚡ Common Side Effects
Contact your doctor if these persist or worsen:
- Upper respiratory infection
- Stuffy nose
- Sore throat
- Headache
🚨 Serious Side Effects
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:
- Pancreatitis
- Serious joint pain
- Allergic reactions
- Heart failure
⚠️ Do Not Use If
- Allergic to sitagliptin
📢 Important Warnings
- Pancreatitis risk
- Kidney problems
- Joint pain
- Heart failure risk