Janumet Overdose

If you take too much Janumet, overdose effects can include low blood sugar (known medically as hypoglycemia) or lactic acidosis. Since a drug overdose can be dangerous, make sure to seek medical attention right away if you think you may have overdosed on Janumet. Overdose treatment options may include "pumping the stomach," giving certain medicines, or administering supportive care.

Janumet Drug Information

Janumet Overdose: An Introduction

Janumet^® (sitagliptin and metformin) is a prescription medication that has been licensed to treat type 2 diabetes. As with all medicines, it is possible to take too much Janumet. Overdose effects will vary, depending on a number of factors, including how much Janumet is taken and whether it is taken with any other medicines, alcohol, and/or drugs.

If you happen to overdose on Janumet, seek immediate medical attention.

Symptoms of a Janumet Overdose

The effects of a Janumet overdose may include:

Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
Lactic acidosis, due to the metformin component (see Metformin and Lactic Acidosis).

Low Blood Sugar

Possible symptoms of low blood sugar include:

Sweating
Shakiness
Extreme hunger
Dizziness
Cold sweats
Blurry vision.

More severe symptoms include:

Changes in behavior, such as irritability
Loss of coordination
Difficulty speaking
Confusion
Seizures
Loss of consciousness
Coma
Loss of life.

Lactic Acidosis

Symptoms of lactic acidosis include:

Feeling tired or weak
Muscle pain
Trouble breathing
Stomach pain
Feeling cold
Dizziness or lightheadedness
A slow or irregular heartbeat
Loss of life.

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