Is it a statin?
No, It is not a statin. It is an antidiabetic drug, and it belongs to the class of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors while Statin is a class of lipid-lowering drugs.
Is it safe?
It is safe to use when taken for a prescribed duration in the dose advised by a doctor. However, you can encounter some common side effects at the prescribed dose also, like a headache, upper respiratory tract infection, nasopharyngitis and hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level) when used along with insulin or sulphonylureas.
Is it a blood thinner?
No, It is not a blood thinner. It is an antidiabetic drug, and it belongs to the class of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors.
When can I stop taking it?
Do not stop taking this medication until advised by your doctor as this can lead to a immediate rise in your blood sugar levels. However, in case you experience stomach pain while taking it, immediately stop taking it and inform your doctor. Follow all ways given to you by your doctor carefully.
Does it interact with other drugs?
It is an antidiabetic medication, and its interaction with other drugs is minimal. This drug itself is less likely to cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar); however, when taken with other anti-diabetic medicines, the risk increases. Also, It can increase the blood levels of digoxin which can lead to more side effects with digoxin.
Does this medicine have any role in the management of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?
This drug is along with metformin is used off-label for the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) as it has shown potency in this condition in some clinical studies. However, its use in PCOS is yet not approved. Please consult your doctor.
Can I use it with rosuvastatin?
Yes, It can be used with rosuvastatin. No drug-drug interactions or any change in side effect profile has been reported compared to when they are used alone.
Can I take it with Metformin?
Yes, It can be taken with Metformin. It is an excellent add-on treatment if the blood sugars are very high even after taking Metformin and the risk of low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) does not become very high when they are taken together. However, a dose adjustment of the two may be needed.
Can I take it with insulin?
Yes, you can take Januvia with insulin. Using them together can underneath the insulin dose and decrease the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels).
