Janumet Information
Janumet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet,Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes. The alternative uses of Janumet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Janumet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Janumet include Nausea or vomiting, Headache, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Janumet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Janumet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Janumet's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Safe while nursing. In addition, Janumet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Janumet related warnings section.
Janumet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Janumet in conditions like Pancreatitis. Other contraindications of Janumet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Janumet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Janumet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Janumet Benefits & Uses
Janumet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Other Benefits
- Diabetes Type 2
Janumet Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Janumet Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Janumet is used -
Severe
- Blurred vision
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Running nose
- Sore throat
Janumet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Janumet safe for pregnant women?
Janumet has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Mild -
Is the use of Janumet safe during breastfeeding?
Janumet is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Janumet on the Kidneys?
Janumet may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Janumet on the Liver?
Using Janumet does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Janumet on the Heart?
Information about safety of Janumet for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Unknown
Severe Interaction of Janumet with Other Drugs
Janumet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Janumet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Janumet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Pancreatitis
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Frequently asked Questions about Janumet
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Is this Janumet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Janumet is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Janumet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Janumet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Janumet in mental disorders is not effective.
No
Janumet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Janumet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Janumet and food will interact.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Janumet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Janumet with alcohol will be.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Janumet
Question about 6 years ago
Is Janumet safe to use?
Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology
Yes, Janumet is safe to use, many people have side effects at first, they usually diminish and then go away completely in a few weeks. A few people find they cannot tolerate metformin, there are other drugs but metformin is usually the first choice. It is very safe
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Janumet with gliclazide?
Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology
Yes, you can take Janumet with gliclazide, no harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, it is not necessary that no interaction can happen between these two. But before taking such kind of combination you must consult your doctor.
Question about 6 years ago
What is Janumet?
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine
Janumet contain metformin, is an oral antidiabetic drug which belongs to the class of biguanide. It is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, particularly in people who are overweight. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. Moreover, it also reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications of diabetes.
Question almost 6 years ago
What are the long term effects of Janumet?
Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician
The long-term use can lead to the deficiency of Vitamin B12, which can further lead to megaloblastic anemia. Furthermore, Long-term Metformin use can also lead to kidney and liver problems.
Question almost 6 years ago
How long should I take Janumet for?
Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician
Janumet can be taken forever, diabetes is a progressive disease it's possible that more medication and/or insulin may eventually need to be added to the regime.
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