Janumet XR 50 mg/1000 mg TM
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Active ingredients: sitagliptin + metformin
Brand name
(ARTG)
: JANUMET XR 50/1000 sitagliptin (as phosphate monohydrate)/metformin hydrochloride 50 mg/1000 mg extended release tablet bottleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
JANUMET XR (sitagliptin phosphate monohydrate and metformin hydrochloride) is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycaemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus when treatment with both sitagliptin and metformin is appropriate.,[see Sections 5.1 PHARMACODYNAMIC PROPERTIES, Clinical trials and 4.2 DOSE AND METHOD OF ADMINISTRATION].
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, modified release
- Oral
- Light green, bi-convex oval, film coated tablet, debossed "80" on one side and plain on the other.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 14 tablets - starter pack pack
- 56 tablets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient sitagliptin + metformin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
