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Compare Janumet vs. Jentadueto

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  • Janumet (sitagliptin / metformin)
    Jentadueto (linagliptin / metformin)
  • Janumet (sitagliptin / metformin)
    Jentadueto (linagliptin / metformin)

  • Summary of Janumet vs. Jentadueto

    Summary for DPP-4 inhibitor / Biguanide
    Prescription only

    Janumet (sitagliptin / metformin) is a medication for adults with Type 2 diabetes. It contains two different diabetes medications that work together to help control blood sugar. One is sitagliptin, a DPP-4 inhibitor, and the other is metformin, a biguanide. The Janumet immediate-release tablets are taken by mouth twice a day. It works best when used with a balanced meal plan and exercise routine. Some side effects are diarrhea, upper respiratory tract infection, and headache. There's only a brand-name version of Janumet; there's no generic version yet.

    Summary for DPP-4 inhibitor / Biguanide
    Prescription only

    Jentadueto (linagliptin / metformin) is a combination medication used along with a healthy diet and exercise to treat Type 2 diabetes. It's taken by mouth, either once or twice daily, depending on the formulation your provider prescribes (immediate-release or extended-release). Both formulations of Jentadueto (linagliptin / metformin) need to be taken with food to prevent stomach upset. Some of the more common side effects of this medication include diarrhea, cough, and runny or stuffy nose.

  • Indications of Janumet vs. Jentadueto

    Indications for
    •Type 2 diabetes
    Indications for
    •Type 2 diabetes in adults

  • Pros and Cons of Janumet vs. Jentadueto

    Pros and Const for DPP-4 inhibitor / Biguanide
    Pros
    •Combines the effects of two diabetes medications into one tablet
    •Less likely to cause weight gain and low blood sugar compared to other diabetes medications
    •Can lower A1C by up to 2% in 6 months
    Cons
    •Must take twice a day with meals
    •Only available as a fixed dose, so can be hard to make dose adjustments
    •Not a good option for people with severe kidney problems
    •Not approved for people with Type 1 diabetes
    Pros and Const for DPP-4 inhibitor / Biguanide
    Pros
    •Combines two medications into one pill for convenience
    •Taken once or twice daily, depending on which formulation you take
    •Taken by mouth
    Cons
    •Need to take with meals
    •Not safe for use in people with moderate-to-severe kidney disease
    •More likely to cause high levels of acid compared to some other medications for diabetes

  • Common Side Effects of Janumet vs. Jentadueto

    Common Side Effects for
    •Diarrhea (8%)
    •Upper respiratory tract infection (6%)
    •Headache (6%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Cough, runny or stuffy nose, and other symptoms of an upper respiratory tract infection 6%)
    •Diarrhea (6%)

  • Warnings of Janumet vs. Jentadueto

    Common Side Effects for
    •Lactic acidosis
    •Inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis)
    •Risk of heart failure
    •Sudden kidney problems
    •Low vitamin B12 levels
    •Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) when taken with certain diabetes medications
    •Joint pain
    •Severe skin reaction
    •Serious allergic reactions
    Common Side Effects for
    •Lactic acidosis (too much acid in your body)
    •Pancreas problems
    •Heart failure
    •Serious allergic reactions
    •Low vitamin B12 levels
    •Joint pain
    •Severe skin reactions

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