Janumet Drug Interactions (Cont.)

 
Oral Contraceptives
Taking Janumet with oral contraceptives (birth control pills) can make Janumet less effective, which may increase your chance of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). You may need to be monitored more closely, and your healthcare provider may need to adjust your Janumet dose, especially when starting or stopping an oral contraceptive.
 
Phenothiazines
Combining Janumet with phenothiazines can make Janumet less effective, possibly increasing your risk of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). You may need to be monitored more closely, and your healthcare provider may need to adjust your Janumet dose, especially when starting or stopping a phenothiazine.
 
Phenytoin
If Janumet is taken with phenytoin, it can make Janumet less effective, increasing your chance of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). You may need to be monitored more closely, and your healthcare provider may need to adjust your Janumet dose, especially when starting or stopping a phenytoin.
 
Thyroid Medications
Taking Janumet with thyroid medications can make Janumet less effective, potentially increasing your chance of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). You may need to be monitored more closely, and your healthcare provider may need to adjust your Janumet dose, especially when starting or stopping a thyroid medication.
 

Final Thoughts on Janumet Drug Interactions

It is possible that not all Janumet drug interactions were discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your pharmacist or healthcare provider about the specific drug interactions that may apply to you.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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