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Side effects have been reported from patients taking the popular diabetes drug Januvia (sitagliptin). Some Januvia side effects are not life threatening, such as nausea and diarrhea.  Other Januvia side effects may be more serious. These are pancreas abnormalities, pancreatitis, and pancreatic cancer.

Link between Januvia and Pancreatic Cancer

Januvia is manufactured by Merck & Co. Inc. Januvia is a diabetes drug taken by people with type 2 diabetes. Januvia suppresses certain gastrointestinal hormones in those with type 2 diiabetes, thereby lowering their blood sugar.

In a study published in the journal Diabetes, researchers from UCLA found that Januvia (sitagliptin) can cause abnormalities in the pancreas. With long term ingestion, these abnormalities may be more serious. With time, it is believed that pancreatitis and/or pancreatic cancer can be developed in humans after taking Januvia.

The FDA is looking into the link between Januvia, pancreatitis, and pacreatic cancer. Further studies are needed to determine how dangerous Januvia may be to consumers. In the mean time, if you or a loved one has been injured by Januvia side effects or the side effects of another diabetes drug, contact Longo Legal, PLLC for a free legal consultation. To find out if a Januvia lawsuit may be an option for you call toll free (855) 566-4648.

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