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07/10/09 10:01 PM

"Is januvia classified as a worst pill or best pill? This question came to me after reading Worst Pills, Best Pills News."
Asked By: agooden  
Category: Oral Medications

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07/13/09 10:44 PM

Hell,

Januvia is an oral diabetes medicine that works by regulating the levels of insulin your body produces after eating. It was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in October 2006. .

The Public Citizen, a watchdog group founded by Ralph Nader says to wait at least seven years from when the Food and Drug Administration approves a new drug,

Before taking Januvia, your doctor determines if this medicine is apppropriate for you. It would not be prescribed for people with kidney disease or are on dialysis. The most commonly reported side effects include upper respiratory infection, sore throat and/or headache. Always let your doctor know if you experience any side effects of any medication, prescribed or over-the-counter.

Do keep in mind that diet and exercise are still important components in controlling diabetes.

Take care.

Answered By: Liz Quintana
Accreditations: EdD, RD, LD, CDE,CPT
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