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Janumet 50/500mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

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Medical Description

Janumet 50mg/500mg tablet is used to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Along with a healthy diet and regular exercise, it is a combination medicine containing sitagliptin and metformin. Janumet 50mg/500mg works by increasing insulin production and restoring the body's natural response to insulin.

Janumet 50mg/500mg tablet should be taken as directed by the doctor and in the doses and duration prescribed. Please do not modify the dose or stop it before the prescribed duration, even if you feel better. Istamet 50/500mg tablet, Sitazor 50/500mg tablet, Alsita M 50mg tablet and Glura M 500mg tablet are a few more tablets that also contain sitagliptin and metformin.

Patients are advised to maintain a strict exercise and diet regimen along with this medicine to get the best possible effect. Before starting this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding, about all the medicines and supplements you take and about all the conditions or diseases you suffer from.

Product Summary

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Contains	Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg) + Sitagliptin(50.0 Mg)
Uses	Type 2 Diabetes mellitus
Side effects	Nausea, runny nose, headache, sore throat, flatulence
Therapy	ANTI-DIABETIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of JANUMET 50/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS

Janumet 50mg/500 mg tablet is used to control high blood sugar in patients having type 2 diabetes mellitus, along with a healthy diet and regular exercise.

Contraindications of JANUMET 50/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS

If you are allergic to sitagliptin, metformin or any other ingredients of Janumet 50mg/500mg tablet.
If you have severe kidney or liver disease.
If your diabetes is not under control and you also have high blood sugar, nausea, vomiting, loose motions, rapid loss of weight, pain in the stomach, breathing difficulty, sleepiness, etc.
If you have dehydration or you have the presence of severe infection.
If you have to go to do an x-ray or scan dye is injected in your blood before doing the x-ray or scan.
If you have a recent history of a heart attack.
If you are a heavy alcohol drinker.
If you are a lactating mother.

Side effects of JANUMET 50/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS

Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Diarrhoea
Constipation
Flatulence (gas)
Low blood sugar

Precautions and Warnings of JANUMET 50/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS

Pregnancy

Can I take Janumet 50mg/500mg tablet during pregnancy?

50mg/500mg tablet should not be taken while pregnant. If a patient wishes to become pregnant or if a pregnancy occurs, treatment should be stopped immediately.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Janumet 50mg/500mg tablet while breastfeeding?

A component of this medicine can pass through breastmilk and can cause harm to the breastfed baby if taken by lactating mother. This medicine should not be taken by lactating mother.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Janumet 50 mg/500 mg tablet?

This medicine can cause dizziness or sleepiness. Avoid driving if you have dizziness or sleepiness after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Janumet 50 mg/500 mg tablet?

Avoid consuming alcohol with Janumet 50 mg/500 mg tablet as it may lead to 'lactic acidosis'. This may cause symptoms such as vomiting, stomach pain, fatigue, breathing difficulty, muscle cramps, decrease body temperature, reduced heartbeats.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have a skin blister after taking this medicine.
You have a fever, vomiting, loose motion, heat exposure, and less fluid intake.
You have vomiting, pain in the stomach, breathing difficulty, tiredness, muscle cramps, decreased body temperature, and decreased heartbeat after taking this medicine.
You have low blood sugar after taking other anti-diabetic medicines along with this medicine.
You have type 1 diabetes mellitus.
You are undergoing any surgery.
Your doctor tells you that you have increased triglyceride levels in your blood and you have gallstones.

Directions for Use of JANUMET 50/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS

Janumet 50mg/500mg tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
It should be taken with meals.
For optimal results, it would be best to take it at a fixed time and not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Do not stop taking Janumet 50mg/500mg tablet on your own without informing your doctor.

Storage and disposal of JANUMET 50/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS

Store Janumet tablets at a temperature not above 30°C in a cool and dry place.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Quick Tips of JANUMET 50/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS

Janumet 50/500mg tablet is an anti-diabetic medication combination of Metformin and Sitagliptin. It is used along with a healthy diet and exercise to control blood sugar levels in patients with type I...
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Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. Do not change the dosage or frequency of use without consulting your doctor.
Along with taking Janumet 50/500mg tablet, it is essential that you do certain lifestyle modifications like exercising for 30 minutes daily, maintaining a healthy weight, managing stress, avoiding smo...
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It is also advised to have a balanced diet with adequate fruits and vegetables to control blood sugar levels effectively.
Regularly monitor your blood sugar levels as directed by your doctor and report any changes.
Before starting Janumet 50/500mg tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
It is essential to take this tablet at the same time every day and not to skip doses. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dos...
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Some individuals may experience headache, stomach pain, diarrhoea, and nausea/vomiting after taking the Janumet 50/500mg tablet. Inform your doctor if these effects bother you or do not go away.
Talk to your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease.
Take Janumet with your meals for better digestion. Do not cut or break the tablets; swallow them whole. If you have trouble, talk to your doctor.

Dosage of JANUMET 50/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose include severe nausea or vomiting, pain in the stomach, muscle cramps, rapid breathing. If you have taken too much of this medicine then contact your doctor or reach out to the ne...

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine then take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.

Mode of Action of JANUMET 50/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS

How Does It Work?

Sitagliptin works by increasing insulin production by the body after a meal and decreasing sugar production by the body. Metformin works by restoring the natural response of the body to insulin and de...

Interactions of JANUMET 50/500MG STRIP OF 15 TABLETS

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect how Janumet 50mg/500mg tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines simultaneously.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbs you are taking to avoid any possible interaction.
Especially if you are taking other antidiabetic medicines.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Why Janumet medicine need to be taken with food?

A: Janumet 50 mg/500 mg tablet should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.

Q: Can I take crushed Janumet 50 ?

A: No, do not take crushed Janumet tablet. It should be taken as directed by the doctor. Do not crush or chew it.

Q: Does Janumet 50 mg/500 mg tablet cause low blood sugar?

A: Janumet 50 mg/500 mg tablet usually does not cause low blood sugar. It can cause low blood sugar if taken along with other antidiabetic medicines if you are taking low-calorie food or doing heavy exercise. Symptoms of low blood sugar include blurring of vision, sudden sweating, shaking, increased heartbeat, hunger, dizziness, or tingling sensation in your hands or feet. Consult your doctor if you have low blood sugar while taking this medicine.

Q: What precaution should I take if I have low blood sugar after taking tab Janumet 50 mg/500 mg with other anti-diabetic medicines?

If you have low blood sugar after taking Janumet 50 mg/500 mg tablet with other anti-diabetic medicines, you should eat sugar, honey, or candy, or drink fruit juice or non-diet soda to increase your b...
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Consult your doctor immediately if you have blurring of vision, sudden sweating, shaking, increased heartbeat, hunger, dizziness etc after taking this medicine or other anti-diabetic medicines.

Q: What is the best time of day to take Janumet?

A: You can take the Janumet at any time of the day, before, or after meals, as told by the doctor. But it's necessary to take it at the usual time every day for the best results.

Q: What is the composition of Janumet 50/500?

A: The composition of Janumet 50/500 includes sitagliptin and metformin.

Q: What are the side effects of Janumet 50/500?

A: Nausea, runny nose, headache, sore throat and flatulence are a few side effects that can be seen during the treatment with Janumet 50/500. However, these symptoms are usually mild and resolve on their own.

Q: Is Janumet bad for kidneys?

A: Janumet is associated with a rare risk of lactic acidosis, particularly in patients with impaired kidney function, uncontrolled diabetes, serious infections, prolonged fasting, excessive alcohol consumption, dehydration, liver problems, or conditions that limit oxygen supply. If any of these factors apply to you, consult your doctor right away for proper guidance.

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