Sitagliptin
Brand names: Januvia
Drug class: Dipeptidyl Peptidase 4 Inhibitor
Prescription only
What is sitagliptin used for?
- Type 2 diabetes
JANUVIA ® is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. JANUVIA is a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use: JANUVIA should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes ( 1 ) JANUVIA has not been studied in patients with a history of pancreatitis. ( 1 , 5.1 ) Limitations of Use JANUVIA should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes. JANUVIA has not been studied in patients with a …
Sitagliptin price
Generic: From $3.47 each, about $104 for 30 (25 mg tablet).
Brand: Januvia: from $10.54 each, about $316 for 30 (25 mg tablet).