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JANUVIA Tablets 12.5mg / 25mg / 50mg / 100mg [Brand Name]

JANUVIA Tablets 12.5mg / 25mg / 50mg / 100mg [Brand Name]

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Active Ingredient +

Sitagliptin phosphate hydrate

Effects of This Medicine +
・This medicine inhibits the enzyme (DPP-4) that degrades incretin, a blood glucose stabilizing substance. It consequently enhances insulinotropic action and the effect of lowering glucagon level in a state of hyperglycemia to improve blood glucose control.
・It is usually used to treat type 2 diabetes.
Dosing Schedule (How to Take) +
・For patients with normal renal function or mild renal dysfunction: In general, for adults, take 50 mg of sitagliptin at a time, once a day. If the dose seems to be insufficient, it may be increased up to 100 mg at a time, once a day, adequately monitoring the condition.
・For patients with moderate renal dysfunction: In general, for adults, take 25 mg of sitagliptin at a time, once a day. If the dose seems to be insufficient, it may be increased up to 50 mg at a time, once a day.
・For patients with severe or end stage renal dysfunction: In general, for adults, take 12.5 mg of sitagliptin at a time, once a day. If the dose seems to be insufficient, it may be increased up to 25 mg at a time, once a day.
・This product is available in 12.5 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg tablets. Select the strength prescribed by your doctor from the options above. In either case, strictly follow the instructions.
・If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. You should never take two doses at one time.
Before Using This Medicine +
・If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines or foods.
・If you have: ketosis, diabetic coma or precoma stage, type 1 diabetes, infection, injury, renal dysfunction, pituitary gland disorder, adrenal gland disorder, insufficient diet, a history of abdominal surgery or intestinal obstruction.
・If you are in the pre/postoperative period or debilitated.
・If you exercise intensely or drink a lot of alcohol.
・If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
・If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)
Precautions While Taking +
・Strictly follow the diet and exercise therapy instructed by your doctor.
・The medicine may cause hypoglycemic symptoms. Pay attention when you work at heights, drive a car or operate dangerous machinery.
・In case hypoglycemic symptoms occur, take food or drink that contains enough sugar (sugar, glucose, soft drink, etc.). If you are taking the medicine concomitantly with an α-glucosidase inhibitor (medicines which delay absorption of sugar), ingest glucose in case of any hypoglycemic symptoms.
・For healthcare professional use only
Storage Conditions +
・Keep out of the reach of children. Store away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.
・Discard the remainder. Do not store them.
Product Overview +
JANUVIA (sitagliptin) is the original DPP-4 inhibitor for type 2 diabetes, marketed in Japan by MSD K.K. since 2009. In Japan it is one of the most widely prescribed oral diabetes medicines. The Japanese product is manufactured to Japanese GMP standards and supplied in PTP sheets of 10 tablets with Japanese labeling (ジャヌビア錠). It is taken once daily, does not usually cause weight gain, and carries a low risk of hypoglycemia when used alone.

Available on this page: 12.5 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg. Select the strength and quantity (1 sheet = 10 tablets / 10 sheets = 100 tablets) from the options above. All strengths are the genuine Japanese product dispensed and shipped with tracking from our licensed pharmacy in Japan.

GLACTIV (グラクティブ錠, Ono Pharmaceutical) contains the same sitagliptin phosphate hydrate and is also available in our store.
Frequently Asked Questions +
Q. What is the difference between JANUVIA and GLACTIV?
Both contain sitagliptin phosphate hydrate in the same strengths. JANUVIA is marketed by MSD and GLACTIV by Ono Pharmaceutical under a co-marketing agreement in Japan. They are therapeutically equivalent; the choice is usually which brand your doctor prescribed.

Q. How many tablets are in one order?
1 sheet contains 10 tablets (one PTP blister sheet). 10 sheets = 100 tablets, about a 3-month supply at one tablet per day.

Q. Do I need a prescription to order?
JANUVIA is a prescription medicine in Japan. Please order only for personal use in accordance with the import regulations of your country, and consult your doctor before use.

Q. Which countries do you ship to?
Please see our shipping countries page. Orders over JPY 50,000 ship free.

Regular price ¥2,487 JPY
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Quantity Discount Price per sheet
Strength: 12.5mg
1 sheet (10 tablets) ¥2,487
10 sheets (100 tablets) 20% off ¥1,990
Strength: 25mg
1 sheet (10 tablets) ¥2,847
10 sheets (100 tablets) 20% off ¥2,278
Strength: 50mg
1 sheet (10 tablets) ¥4,193
10 sheets (100 tablets) 20% off ¥3,354
Strength: 100mg
1 sheet (10 tablets) ¥5,153
10 sheets (100 tablets) 20% off ¥4,122
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