Januvia User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Mit...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 15, 2015

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have had no side effects from Januvia. My A1C went from 9.2 to 5.5 using 1500 mg of Metformin and 100 mg Januvia, and adjusting my diet and exercising a bit. I am lucky in that neither Metformin nor Januvia seems to bother me. There is a savings certificate on the Januvia site to keep the copay down to $5, normally it would be $55 for me."

• Anonymous
• June 7, 2009

For Type 2 Diabetes "Metformin and Glipizide weren't working well enough to keep my blood sugar in control. My doctor added Starlix at meals and that seemed to help some but still didn't produce the desired results. As a last resort to beginning insulin, he prescribed Januvia. Wow! What a difference. My morning readings dropped from the 170s into the 80-90 range within a week or two. Only negative side effect is occasional constipation, but nothing I can't deal with. Have been taking Januvia for about four months and one positive benefit I've noticed is a decrease in cravings or appetite in the evenings (the worst time of the day for me)."

• Fay...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 16, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "I've been taking metformin, and it worked, lost weight, but gave me severe diarrhea. So I was prescribed JANUVIA. The second day, I had a crick in my neck on my left side. Woke up again, it spread to my right side. Found out it swollen up my lymph nodes. Painful. My body ended up so sore, and I was really tired. Please don't take this medication. I'd rather deal with metformin after this."

• EAR...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 5, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "Just started taking Januvia 100mg. Thirty days and it's dropped my blood sugar level from 200+ to an average of approximately 150 without any known side effects. Praise God and Januvia Pharmaceuticals."

• ddw...
• May 13, 2015

For Type 2 Diabetes "The doctor put me on Metformin, which my liver didn't fare well with, and then tried the Januvia 100 mg. After 2.5 weeks, I told him I was experiencing facial, hand, and eyelid swelling and that I felt this wasn't a good fit for me. So, he prescribed Januvia 50 mg, which after three days, caused nausea, upper abdominal pain, orange urine, and skyrocketing blood glucose from low 120's to well over 200's after eating. I immediately quit taking it."

• Bir...
• May 2, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "After seeing my doctor, he took me off the Metformin ER 500 mg because it wasn't helping me. Therefore, he gave me a sample box of Januvia 100 mg to try out. I had the worst experience ever. After 2 days of taking this medicine, I began having severe pains in my stomach, back, and legs to the point I couldn't walk. The pain was intense, excruciating, agonizing. I discontinued the medicine after the second day. I have another doctor appointment, and I will be sure to address this issue. If you can maintain your diabetes with diet and exercise, please do."

• Ozz...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 6, 2013

For Type 2 Diabetes "If I would be more compliant with my diet and exercise regimen, Januvia would help me stay under 6. No noticeable side effects, although after reading other reviews, possibly the lack of sleep might be attributed to it. I had some joint pain but I take CoQ10 and that made it go away. Not sure if that was from Januvia or the statins. Overall, I like it. Can't wait until, with better compliance, I can come off these costly medicines."

• Ste...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 3, 2024

For Type 2 Diabetes "I’ve seen a lot of reviews about different medicines, and to be very honest, I have tried just about all of them, but this one, Januvia 100 mg, seems to be the one. My favorite medicine was Jaridence, but all the side effects were true and accurate when I developed a nasty yeast infection, and after seeing it can develop into gangrene, where they amputate and it’s a flesh-eating disease, I decided to end that medicine. I tried metformin, unfortunately, it did not work, and that was the regular metformin and the extended release. I tried glipizide, regular and extended release, but I think it caused a fib for me, and so I stopped taking that. I know everyone has to make their own decision. They all have-every medicine has its own side effects-but this one seems to be OK. This one works in a dual fashion. It works by stimulating the pancreas and also working within your liver, so it’s very similar to glipizide and metformin, but right now everything seems to be OK, and I give it an eight out of 10."

• Sho...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 21, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "I took Januvia for approximately 6 weeks. As time went on, I started to feel stiffness in my right shoulder, I thought nothing of it. Then my neck started stiffening up to the point I could barely drive, and at night, if I laid on my back, I started to wake up through the night. It felt like my breathing was cut off, and still, I never thought it might be Januvia. I was taking 50 mg in the morning with my metformin, then it was like my joints in my foot stiffened to the point I could not walk. I called my doctor, she told me to stop taking it right away. I'm well now, but it took me 7 weeks to recover from the stiffness."

• esa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 13, 2018

For Type 2 Diabetes "My type 2 diabetes spiked after getting a high dose of steroids. Januvia was the answer. I took it with zero side effects for several months. Then I noticed an extreme weight loss, currently 82 pounds lost and unfortunately counting. I stopped taking it, and I still had zero appetite. Six months later, and I'm drinking Boost to try and not lose weight and get my appetite back. Any food I liked is no longer good to my taste buds. I can't stomach the taste of most food. After eating, I become nauseous. But my blood sugar is running great."

• wra...
• November 6, 2016

For Type 2 Diabetes "Januvia caused me severe muscle cramps, bad enough that I should have gone to the hospital because of the pain. I also got where I could not sleep at night while on Januvia. It was also not effective for me. I was placed on Invokana in addition. I am still having side effects after stopping both of these. My doctor did not even bother to return my call when I took myself off of Januvia. Because the spasms are in my neck-shoulder area, it has caused me to drop 40 pounds off of my weight lifting workout. This is not good. I would encourage anyone considering Januvia or Invokana to do research on the side effects because my side effects were not common, but the drug company lied to doctors about all of the side effects."

• Ste...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 31, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Had A1C of 6.2 seven years ago and was put on metformin. Had side effects, so in January 2019, I was put on 50 mg Januvia. My A1C went up to 7.2. Four months ago, I was switched to 100 mg, and now my A1C went to 7.5. I am very active and walk 4 miles every day. I do not eat carbs in excess of 40g a day, no sugar, and have maintained weight. It does not work on me at all. I will stop it now."

• Rei...
• July 1, 2015

For Type 2 Diabetes "I guess medicines don't work the same for everybody. I have been taking Januvia (50 mg) for 6 months now and have had no side effects at all. I take 3 metformin daily. My blood sugar readings have gone down from 8.1 to 6.9 (Canadian scale). I thought I was heading for type 1, but Januvia really works for me. Like many things, you could just try it and see for yourself."

• XYD...
• July 28, 2016

For Type 2 Diabetes "The side effects of 50 mg Januvia with Metformin ER were horrendous. Painful finger joints. Swelling fingers. Stuffy ears. Unbelievable dizziness, which caused nausea and dry heaves. The diarrhea has been so awful that I can't leave home. I stopped the Januvia 4 days ago. The dizziness stopped first. Then my hands settled down. The diarrhea has not stopped. My doctor believes that I have parasites because Januvia, in conjunction with Metformin ER, doesn't cause diarrhea like this. Getting tested tomorrow, and I have to go back on Januvia. Not looking forward to this at all. What a mess."

• Bam...
• June 8, 2008

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Januvia for 6 months. My sugar levels are great. No side effects. It makes me feel not hungry. I was taking Amaryl once a day and metformin twice a day, plus Diovan for blood pressure. Now I am only on Januvia. I started going to the gym and eating healthier, I now have lost 60 lbs. Personally it is the best medicine I have found."

• Tim...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 20, 2018

For Type 2 Diabetes "My A1c was 18.1, and I was prescribed Januvia 100 mg tablets after a bad reaction to Metformin (went from being regular to not going for weeks at a time). Januvia, taken with 10 mg of Glipizide once a day, has taken my A1c down to between 5.5 and 6.0. I've had none of the side effects mentioned in other reviews here, although there have been times when my glucose levels have taken me into the hypo range, 50 mM. Don't care for that too much. Beyond that, I have nothing bad to say about this drug in the two years I've been taking it. It seems to keep my A1c where it should be, and my doctor is happy with the results."

• SMC...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 23, 2018

For Type 2 Diabetes "2+ wks ago, my left ear felt like it had water in it, like after swimming, and I have a swooshing sound in my ear 'til it comes out. After the 2nd day, I knew it wasn't water. Just annoying, not painful, so I knew it wasn't an ear infection. After a week, I began to get bothered since it hadn't gone away and decided to go to urgent care. The doctor said nothing was there; no wax buildup, fluid, or infection. Told me to tug on my ear, and if it was still there after 2 weeks, to call my GP for an ENT referral. A week later, I noticed hearing loss, so I decided to call my GP and get a referral. Today, I've been thinking about what I have done differently that could have caused this. I have never had ear issues. In 44 years, I have had 2 ear infections, and I swam almost daily in college. After thinking about it on and off today, something finally went off in my brain that reminded me of my newest Rx, Januvia. I stopped taking it today. Now I'm praying damage is reversible. Very disappointed my Google search answered my suspicions, and 2 doctors couldn't. Side effect = ear congestion."

• Iwd...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 25, 2015

For Type 2 Diabetes "My insurance refused to pay for my Oseni, they told my doctor to try Januvia. During the first 7 days, I developed a constant cough, along with upper stomach pain and diarrhea. I stopped the medication, and symptoms ceased. I started back on the meds yesterday, and severe stomach pain returned, along with diarrhea. Stopping this medication for good-it's not good for me, the side effects are too painful."

• And...
• July 24, 2015

For Type 2 Diabetes "Been taking Januvia 100 mg a day for 12 days, and it has just started to work really well. Blood sugar is 6.9 mmol at midday. Very pleased, and I have no side effects. Fortunately, in England, diabetics get their meds free on NHS."

• Nei...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 14, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "My A1C was under 7 with Metformin and Starlix. My Dr. added Januvia 100 mg. My A1C increased over 7. The worst part was, my eyes started itching badly and got swollen. Once I stopped Januvia, my eyes got normal again."

• tex...
• July 13, 2009

For Type 2 Diabetes "I couldn't tolerate metformin at all. Moving to Januvia was wonderful. I've been on it for a year and a half and have had no side effects whatsoever. Blood glucose numbers and A1c (5.7!) have been good, but I also exercise and closely watch my diet."

• cor...
• October 29, 2011

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Januvia for about 7 weeks and have had diarrhea the whole time. I'm also on metformin, and between the two, I don't think I've had a solid poop in weeks. However, my blood sugars are down from 25 to under 10 most days. I have gained 15 lbs, and I can't handle the cold this year, always getting chilled. I also have to take mine with food, otherwise, I get an acid stomach all day, no matter what I do. I will be talking to my doctor to see if there are other options or if the benefits outweigh the negatives."

• yuk...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 29, 2016

For Type 2 Diabetes "Januvia side effects include crippling, debilitating pain and swelling. Dad's been taking it since March 2015, and by August could barely walk. He had joint swelling and excruciating pain. Doctor after doctor visit. No clue! Called me, his daughter, RN BSN, and we returned to the doctor wanting to know why he didn't know more about this drug's side effects. NONE OF THEM DO! A friend veteran, same thing. Could hardly stand the pain, talking about swollen and angioedema. They even ran heart tests! It was the Januvia, and my dad and the vet, taken off Januvia, have completely recovered. The veteran had even been referred to a rheumatologist. My dad is now taking chromium type supplements and watching his carbs. Doing very well."

• Lul...
• July 17, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Endo prescribed Januvia along with Farxiga and Metformin 4 months ago. Regular ER Metformin caused horrid gastric distress (diarrhea). Two doses of Januvia and the upper abdominal ache started, constipation, scalp itching, fatigue, and extremely high blood sugars. Now prescribed TEVA manufacturer Metformin instead of the generic brand that costs nothing at certain pharmacies. TEVA doesn't use the same fillers as the other Metformin - I take two with dinner and working to go to four a day with no GI issues. Before Januvia, my sugar was controlled - never going over 180. With Januvia and Farxiga, my readings are in the high 100s, 200+ - I called my endo and told her I had stopped the Januvia (stomach ache is gone). She said to also stop Farxiga since it appears that both drugs are not helping my sugars. I am going back to my routine I had BEFORE Farxiga and Januvia. Those two drugs' cost is $1600 each for three months WITH excellent insurance."

• Anonymous
• November 16, 2011

For Type 2 Diabetes "I've been on Januvia for about 5 months after being on Metformin alone twice a day for 6 months. My average blood glucose before meals is in the 80s, even though I am non-compliant with my exercise schedule, I have to admit it. But I noticed mild knee pain, I'm not sure if it is related to the medicines. Other than that, I'm happy with Januvia."