JANUVIA (sitagliptin phosphate monohydrate) is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycaemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus as:
- monotherapy when metformin is considered inappropriate due to intolerance; or
- in combination with other anti-hyperglycaemic agents, including insulin,(see 5.1 PHARMACODYNAMIC PROPERTIES, Clinical trials, 4.5 INTERACTIONS WITH OTHER MEDICINES AND OTHER FORMS OF INTERACTIONS for available data on different add-on combination therapies.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral.
This medicine is taken by mouth.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Light beige, round, biconvex, film coated tablet with "112" on one side and plain on the other.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
JANUVIA (sitagliptin phosphate monohydrate) is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycaemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus as:
- monotherapy when metformin is considered inappropriate due to intolerance; or
- in combination with other anti-hyperglycaemic agents, including insulin,(see 5.1 PHARMACODYNAMIC PROPERTIES, Clinical trials, 4.5 INTERACTIONS WITH OTHER MEDICINES AND OTHER FORMS OF INTERACTIONS for available data on different add-on combination therapies.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral.
This medicine is taken by mouth.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Beige, round, biconvex, film coated tablet with "277" on one side and plain on the other.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
JANUVIA (sitagliptin phosphate monohydrate) is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycaemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus as:
- monotherapy when metformin is considered inappropriate due to intolerance; or
- in combination with other anti-hyperglycaemic agents, including insulin,(see 5.1 PHARMACODYNAMIC PROPERTIES, Clinical trials, 4.5 INTERACTIONS WITH OTHER MEDICINES AND OTHER FORMS OF INTERACTIONS for available data on different add-on combination therapies.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral.
This medicine is taken by mouth.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Pink, round, biconvex, film coated tablet with "221" on one side and plain on the other.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
JANUVIA (sitagliptin phosphate monohydrate) is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycaemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus as:
- monotherapy when metformin is considered inappropriate due to intolerance; or
- in combination with other anti-hyperglycaemic agents, including insulin,(see 5.1 PHARMACODYNAMIC PROPERTIES, Clinical trials, 4.5 INTERACTIONS WITH OTHER MEDICINES AND OTHER FORMS OF INTERACTIONS for available data on different add-on combination therapies.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral.
This medicine is taken by mouth.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Beige, round, biconvex, film coated tablet with "277" on one side and plain on the other.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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