Januvia User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Use...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 19, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Very frequent need to go to the toilet after two months of Januvia, dose 100 mg once a day, like need to go to the toilet every thirty minutes, day or night. It's the first time I have seen this, although I had type 2 diabetes for more than thirty years. Stopped using it, and it's getting better now."

• wal...
• September 18, 2009

For Type 2 Diabetes "Have been on metformin 2.5 g, glimepiride 4 mg, Januvia 100 mg, reading now 6.3, 3 months on Januvia for 12 months. No weight gain, no side effects. Was on Actos, gained 4 kg, had hypos, readings above 7. 3 months all the time, less hunger pain, no hypos, best readings in 3 years."

• bul...
• August 8, 2009

For Type 2 Diabetes "I'm taking Metformin and Glipizide. That was not getting the numbers under 7, so the doctor added Actos. I gained 20 lbs in 3.5 months. The doctor has switched me to Januvia instead of Actos. Only second week, but side effects have been minimal (some sleep issues). The big thing is no longer feeling hungry all the time. We'll see how the numbers turn out in 2 months."

• Alm...
• March 16, 2011

For Type 2 Diabetes "I was initially on Januvia but didn't find it effective. My sugar levels were good in the morning (105), but skyrocketed to 160 after eating a meal. I ended up switching to Janumet, which is Januvia Metformin. The Janumet helped but was later supplemented with Amaryl. From my experiences, the only positive feedback about Januvia or Januvia-based medicines is that they do not cause hypoglycemia."

• Anonymous
• July 13, 2010

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Januvia 100 mg for about 1 year, 1 pill per day. My blood sugars ran from 124 to 138. The past 4 weeks my doctor increased it to 3 times a day because my blood sugar started to go up to 152-240. I wish I knew what happened. My diet is the same, and at first, I lost weight, and now am at a standstill. Maybe I should change. I have trouble sleeping and take something for that. Hope it will change soon."

• huf...
• April 6, 2009

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Januvia for 3 weeks, and my blood readings have been in the 170s or higher. When I was on Actos, my levels were 120 and below. What am I doing wrong? I have not lost any weight from my 'Actos days,' but I haven't gained any weight either."

• Aun...
• January 16, 2018

For Type 2 Diabetes "Keeps control of sugar, but having headaches, ear problem, insomnia, joint aches/pains, upper left side stomach sharp pains, gasping for breath... Not sure if from Januvia... How can I be sure w/o going to Dr.?"

• Tea...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 24, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Januvia seems to be working, but I've been having constant headaches and a sore throat. I'd rate it a 10, but I couldn't because of the side effects, which I hope go away, because I don't want to keep popping Tylenol."

• CRj...
• January 14, 2017

For Type 2 Diabetes "I am unable to take this medication because Merck will not let me use the coupon because I am on Medicaid. What difference does it make what insurance I have if they are not covering it and I have to pay cash anyway? I find this discriminatory. The coupon should be available for anyone paying for the medication."

• Anonymous
• November 18, 2008

For Type 2 Diabetes "I am taking this with Levemir, and my sugar is controlled for the first time in ages. I was supposed to be taking regular insulin, but I am unable to be compliant, so my doctor suggested this as something to try to bring my sugar down at least a little. To my surprise, it is working very well."

• MrM...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 8, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "Worst medication I have ever taken (so far). My insurance, like most people, limits what I'm allowed to take to stay alive. Well, this almost finished me off. My blood sugar spiked from 250 on no meds to 500 on Januvia, I broke out in hives and had flu-like symptoms. I actually dragged myself in for a COVID test thinking I had gotten sick. After missing a dose due to my ill health, I noticed my symptoms started to decrease and my blood sugar started going down. As soon as I went back on it, everything returned. NEVER AGAIN!!!"

• Ste...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 24, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "Warning! If you value your eyesight, you will not take this drug! I have been considered diabetic for over 8 years now and was on 4 mg of Amryl daily. I went to the doctor for routine blood work and found that my A1C had increased, so I was prescribed Januvia. After taking this drug for 3 days, I became very nearsighted even with my glasses on. I have not had a vision change in over 30 years even when at times my blood sugar had gotten high. I immediately realized that the onset correlated with when I started taking Januvia. I went to the optometrist and confirmed what was true: that Januvia had caused this. I quit taking it with the hope that my eyesight would correct itself once the drug was out of my system. 3 months later, my eyesight is no better. I truly believe this medication destroyed my eyesight, and I would sue the company if I knew I could win, but I know this would be blamed on blood sugar level fluctuating. I know my own body, and I know what really happened."

• Nfb...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 14, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "While taking Januvia, I suffered from severe incontinence, with my bladder completely emptying while walking to the bathroom. I also had perineal itching and spontaneous boils. Worked very well at lowering my blood sugar levels, but not willing to destroy my quality of life."

• Jim...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 23, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "Januvia only worked for me for a few months. I would take it with a small breakfast. It would help a little with high glucose at that meal. The rest of the day, the glucose would get high at every meal. I'm disgusted with Januvia. Actually, I'm disgusted with doctors. I also take insulin once a day, as I don't make enough of my own."

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

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been using metformin twice a day for years but developed diarrhea. The doctor changed me to one metformin in the morning and one Januvia in the evening. The diarrhea was controlled, but I feel Januvia is way too expensive at $200. I will stop using it and ask the doctor for alternatives."

• Asu...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 9, 2025

For Type 2 Diabetes "I am taking Januvia and I feel good since I was taking Metformin. Metformin was very bad on me, I feel depressed and sick. Januvia was different. It's been almost 3 or 4 years, but suddenly I feel pain in my joints, my head feels like it's flying, I cannot explain. People with Metformin, friends are facing panic attacks, they are depressed. I believe all this kind of medication is hard on the brain and the body. Unfortunately, the diabetic situation is not good. Life expectancy is short. I am 54, and I feel like the diabetic condition or the medication side effects are going to kill us softly."

• Dav...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 9, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I was taking 25 mg Januvia twice per day for about 3 months. I just tapered off about one month ago and will NOT use it again. I experienced increased hunger-a known side effect-and gained 12 pounds or more in 3 months. I stopped using it about a month ago and have already lost about 9 pounds, with no change in diet or exercise. I was suspicious all along it was this drug causing the weight gain-because nothing else had changed with my diet or exercise. Also, the drug made very little difference to my daily glucose levels, which I check several times daily. Not worth the risks or the cost. I am sticking to metformin, which has done wonders for me."

• Hol...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 29, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "I'm 75, weigh 138, 5'10', A1C 6.2 - 6.7 with 2 mg Glimepiride + 2000 mg Metformin. Dr. switched me to Januvia 100 mg + 2000 mg Metformin. Blood sugar went out of control from day 1. Over 200 daily average (I test 7 times/day). Morning fasting went from 115 to 226. Nine hours of vomiting and diarrhea on the second day. Nauseous every day for two weeks. Lost 5 lbs in two weeks--I need to gain weight. Stopped after day 14. Very bad drug for me. Dr. now wants me to try another miracle drug: Farxiga. Don't think so as I will need a loan just to buy it."

• Liz...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 22, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "A few months on Januvia, it did help stabilize sugars, and I lost a few pounds. HOWEVER, I developed severe, debilitating joint pain that was unbearable. Going off of it immediately, and the pain is gone. Horrible drug."

• Lad...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 22, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I was on Metformin 1000 mg a day, and I began to have severe diarrhea, but my blood sugar (BS) was under control. My Dr. took me off of Metformin and put me on Januvia 100 mg a day, now my BS has increased. I informed her, and now I’m being prescribed glipizide starting today. So we will see what happens."

• Ibe...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 24, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "Januvia had been part of my treatment routine since last year and seemed to be doing the job, along with Glucocide and Jardiance, until last weekend. After 3 days and 2 nights of extreme vomiting, I finally took an ambulance to the hospital. After a variety of tests, it was discovered that the Januvia brought about ketoacidosis. I have been advised that while this is not a usual side effect, it meant I could no longer take the medication."

• lil...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 25, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "This was a disaster. I had severe diarrhea. Within 3 days, I lost 15 pounds. Unfortunately, this dehydrated my cranky old body badly enough that I nearly fell getting out of bed and was unable to stand. I spent 7 days in a hospital. The next week, I spent fighting two infections that I picked up in the hospital."

• MSA...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 12, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "This drug almost killed me. Was only in for 12 weeks before I experienced sudden severe weakness, severe dry mouth, dizziness, could barely walk, migraine headaches, and severe upper left stomach pain. Thank God I had read possible side effects, so I stopped immediately and felt better within days. Now I’m having my kidneys and pancreas checked for damage."

• Hor...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 5, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Januvia 50 mg for a year with Metformin ever since after being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes about 12 years ago. I had no side effects from Januvia during much of that time. It did lower my A1C significantly and reduced my hunger urges. Several months ago, I noticed an increase in diarrhea, and more recently, I have almost daily gas, bloating, and stomach aches that affect my sleep. I cannot account for these symptoms from food, as I gave up carbonated and diet drinks to no effect. I have contacted my doctor to hopefully find an alternative medication such as Jardiance, which may also benefit my congestive heart failure from a heart attack 4 years ago."

• Fai...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 22, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "After one and a half months on Januvia, I started feeling really bad, like my hormones were all out of place. I told my doctor, and she told me to stay on Januvia, so I did for three and a half months and then contacted her again with my weight dropping like crazy and feeling very petite. I had no appetite, I made myself eat. Then I started googling this drug, and now I feel like I am going crazy. Now my doctor wants to see me until January of next year. I have been to the ER and urgent care, they ran all kinds of blood work and said everything looks good. My heart is racing even when I'm resting, so the ER said I have to let it run its course until it's out of my system. I will never take this drug ever again, and it didn't make a difference in my A1C. I'm feeling really bad now, but what can I do? If there is anyone out there that can answer me or what I can do, please let me know. Thanks."