Tradjenta User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

Tradjenta has an average rating of 3.3 out of 10 from a total of 72 reviews on Drugs.com. 21% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 72% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Tradjenta

Mtn...
Taken for less than 1 month
June 14, 2017

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been a type 1 diabetic for almost 30 years. My doctor felt that my blood sugars were going too low, so he wanted me to try Tradjenta (Tradjenta isn't for type 1 diabetes!). Before I started taking this medicine, my BS was 89. I had lunch, my BS shot up to 345 & only went up from there. Once my BS hit 500, I started getting sick. I quit taking Tradjenta & started taking my insulin again & cannot get my BS back under control, and I can't contact my doctor because he took a week's vacation, but he will hear about this when he gets back in the office. My advice is DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU ARE TYPE 1!"

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pal...
Taken for less than 1 month
May 14, 2018

For Type 2 Diabetes "Dr. is trying to help control my A1C (10.4) / daily sugar morning readings average 240. I was on Metformin 1000 mg / Glipizide 5 mg per day. Dr. switched out Glipizide with Januvia - I got bad leg, chest, body cramps (muscles felt like I worked out intensively when I did not). Dr. then switched out Januvia with Tradjenta 5 mg. Have 1 episode of pancreatitis some years ago. 3 days on medicine. Day 1 minor itching in knuckle joints. Day 2 and 3 itching increased to feet/ankles/scalp/lips/throat. 3rd day also felt sensation of area below throat and upper part of lungs constricted but no wheezing. Stopped medication."

1 / 10

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Cat...
July 8, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "My Dr. switched me to Tradjenta 5 mg about 4 months ago. It hasn't worked at all. My A1C went from 6.7 to 7.5. She has added back my old prescription at a lower dose to be taken with the Tradjenta. While it is better, I think she will have to up the met and do away with the Tradjenta altogether. The stuff doesn't work for me."

1 / 10

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lcg...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
October 21, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been taking Tradjenta for about 6 months. I have had numerous sinus infections, I'm tired, my joints are so painful, and I've gained weight. I did not think anything of it until I decided to figure out what changed, and this all started after taking Tradjenta. I cannot wait to stop this medication. I am switching to Jardiance, I know that also has side effects, but I am willing to try it out. The constant feeling of having a cold with Tradjenta is not worth it anymore."

3 / 10

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Bob...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
March 5, 2018

For Type 2 Diabetes "Tradjenta didn't work for me. The side effects were severe for me. I was unable to walk without help, nausea with stomach pain, back pain was extreme, my blood sugars went up 40+, diarrhea, joint pain was terrible. Finally, got off medicine and improved."

1 / 10

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blu...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
November 2, 2017

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Tradjenta for about a month alongside metformin. Since taking Tradjenta, I have a permanent blocked nose and severe hand pain to the point that I cannot use my hand. I have stopped taking this medicine and hope the pain subsides. Blood sugar levels are still erratic."

1 / 10

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Anonymous
October 21, 2011

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have only been on it for about 4 days. I noticed I have been feeling dizzy. Not sure what's causing it. I take Tradjenta with Metformin. I am hoping this medicine works but saw something if you're planning on becoming pregnant not to take it. Some days I wonder if insulin would be better."

5 / 10

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Hon...
July 7, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "Even though I was eating healthy, I gained weight on Tradjenta. It affected my gut. I’m not sure what it did for blood sugar, but my belly increased in size. I felt like my insides were swelling. I have been better getting off of it and just using diet and exercise to help with blood sugar."

2 / 10

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Jil...
Taken for 10 years or more
November 8, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been taking Tradjenta for over 10 years. It is the only medication that has kept my A1C in the mid to low 6's. Had minor side effects in the beginning, headache, fatigue, and muscle ache. After the first couple of months, my system adjusted and all side effects have gone away. As a generic will be available soon, I would highly recommend."

10 / 10

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Pet...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
January 13, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have 2 insurance, I usually pay next to nothing for my prescriptions. I get to the counter, even after running both insurance, the total was $312.76 for a 30-day supply. I can't afford that. Even if I qualified for Tradjenta's relief program for a maximum of $150, it would still be $162.76. Way too much for 1 medication. Looking into other options."

1 / 10

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Jan...
Taken for less than 1 month
May 22, 2018

For Type 2 Diabetes "Experienced low heart rate (dropped from usual 75 to 62) an hour into my 1st Tradjenta 5 mg tablet. Felt sleepy, tired, and breathless. Glucose reading 2 hours post-meal shot up to 15.7 (usual 11 to 12). Heart rate took 8 hours to go back to normal. Never taking Tradjenta again."

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Buc...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
October 27, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "My doctor switched me to Tradjenta (Australian spelling) after I had been taking Glimepiride for several years - max dose, but it was becoming less effective. That was three months ago. My previous A1c was 7.4%. Just tested again, and it's 5.7. Bloody good. No side effects at all, I feel great. This is a miracle drug, in my opinion. I must say that I pay $4.70 USD for a one-month supply. I am retired and on a partial government pension mixed with my own funding. The government subsidizes this and all prescriptions heavily. If I wasn't retired, it would cost me $31 USD per month. In the Philippines, it also costs about $30 a month. My American friends - you are being robbed. I grew up in the US and moved down here 40 years ago. I think for many people like myself, this drug is a godsend. The prices Americans are paying for it are nothing less than criminal."

10 / 10

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Ric...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
July 4, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "I don't know about everybody else, but Tradjenta has been a miracle for my diabetes. I always tried to lower my blood sugar levels through diet and exercise for so long. I did OK here and there, but mostly about 240 or so. I am very athletic and love sports and also have a torn meniscus because I try to go natural in everything. But since retiring, I had to see a doctor through Medicare. The first couple of days, my sugar went down to 90-110. I can eat more tasty foods and actually cross my leg, as that pain is also gone. I know one thing, I've only been on Tradjenta for a couple of months, but I am going to love going for my next appointment as I have nothing but good levels and no stress anymore. Maybe people need to eat a square meal and exercise more for it to take effect. What did I tell my wife? This I cannot do without. My insurance pays for all but 10 dollars too. I guess my Lord Jesus Christ is really looking after me, because for me, this is all that works throughout the week."

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Tus...
Taken for less than 1 month
November 9, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "Started taking Tradjenta a few weeks ago at the doctor's suggestion. Blood sugar shot up significantly, experiencing lower back pain, bloating, sudden weight gain - most of the symptoms others on this board have experienced. Will stop taking it for a few weeks and see what happens. Doctor also suggested a stronger dosage of Metformin - I experienced no side effects taking the current dosage, so I think that's the way to go."

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Anonymous
Taken for 1 to 6 months
April 21, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "Been on this medication for 2 months, but had to stop it as had severe muscle pain and abdominal pains. Pain on the right side under rib area and back pain. Horrendous. Same side effects as the Trulicity injection."

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Dar...
Taken for less than 1 month
May 2, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "Took Tradjenta for one week. Started having nausea, stomach pain, and uncontrollable anxiety. Took myself off immediately, and two weeks later still dealing with symptoms. The medication was expensive, and during the week I took it, upon testing my blood sugars, there was no decrease."

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CAT...
Taken for 6 months to 1 year
April 6, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "This was an amazing help for relief from metformin late-onset chronic diarrhea. It immediately stopped the nightmare of bathroom trips and seems to have been good sugar control too. Now, after 7 months of use, I am thinking it might be exacerbating extreme dry eye/ MGD for me, as my physicians have not been able to control the symptoms that are affecting ADLs! I am just beginning to suspect/wonder if this is possible until this week."

10 / 10

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mod...
May 16, 2015

"My blood sugars were doing well at first, but now, being my second month, they are higher than they ever have been. Not sure what is going on and am having some on-and-off abdominal pain. Such a bummer, I want it to work so I don't have to inject every time I eat. I have MODY 2 diabetes, so it is different from type one or two."

2 / 10

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RHS...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
May 16, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started taking the Tradjenta 5 mg tablet once a day in mid-December 2022. By May, I asked my healthcare provider to prescribe a different medication due to significant side effects, including weight gain, abdominal tenderness, extreme dry eye, fatigue, and depression."

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Bob...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
October 17, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "5mg/day for 45 days. Was 260, now 116. Pretty much zero appetite. Finally able to lose weight. Was 220 lb, now 207. Was dizzy, dopey and weak, now more able to concentrate, easier to exercise. Still want to eat pizza but stick to fruit, veg, and meat. Resisting carbs is still hard to do but doable. If there are side effects, they are not as bad as being 260 which was really scary."

9 / 10

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Ab2...
Taken for less than 1 month
April 4, 2024

For Type 2 Diabetes "I am a nurse and took it for 5 days and had excruciating stomach pain. Hardly passes any urine on the 5th day then started getting skin infections requiring 2 courses of antibiotics. So after doing some research, I decided to stop it. Of course, my doctor wasn't happy so said I will just have to look at my diet more."

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gra...
Taken for less than 1 month
May 24, 2023

"I suffer from arthritis and have had side effects with Tradjenta. I stopped taking it but was told by the doctor to restart it. I got really bad tendinitis in my arms, legs, hands, and back. It is so bad that I can hardly stand the pain even with now taking meloxicam and diclofenac gel. HELP!"

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Den...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
January 12, 2016

For Type 2 Diabetes "Extreme diarrhea with no warning, very rancid and loud belching with no warning, headaches, joint pain, chills, fevers sometimes, weight gain."

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enn...
Taken for less than 1 month
July 26, 2013

For Type 2 Diabetes "Just started taking medication, been on it for three days. Have problems with diarrhea."

5 / 10

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Anonymous
January 25, 2012

For Type 2 Diabetes "I've felt awful since using Tradjenta. Been on it for 6 days, and my average glucose is up 30 mg/dl higher than normal."

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