Januvia 25mg
Januvia 25mg is one of 3 strengths in which Januvia (Sitagliptin) is supplied. The full range is 25mg, 50mg, 100mg. This page covers what the 25mg strength is used for and how it fits into typical dosing.
Forms and dosages
Januvia is administered orally once daily, with or without food. According to the prescribing information, the usual dose in adults with normal or mildly impaired renal function is 100mg once daily. In moderate renal impairment the dose is reduced to 50mg once daily, and in severe renal impairment, including end-stage renal disease, to 25mg once daily, regardless of dialysis schedule. Tablets are swallowed whole with water.
Indications
The medication is indicated in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus, alone or in combination with other antidiabetic agents, to improve glycaemic control. Januvia is often used when metformin is insufficient, contraindicated or not tolerated, and as part of dual or triple therapy with other oral or injectable agents. It is not indicated for type 1 diabetes or for diabetic ketoacidosis. According to the prescribing information, the choice of regimen is made by the prescriber.
All strengths
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