Januvia? Junuvia is a common misspelling of Januvia.
Januvia® (sitagliptin) is a prescription medication that belongs to a class of drugs known as dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors. The medication is used to lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Januvia increases insulin production and helps the liver to produce less sugar. The medicine comes in the form of a tablet that is taken once daily. Some of the most common side effects associated with Januvia include headaches, upper respiratory infections, and a sore throat.
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