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My husband is taking janumet, (sitagliptin and metformin) which is controlling his diabetes. he now has mild diarrhea. what can he do reduce the side effects?

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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

Janumet (sitagliptin and metformin): Mild diarrhea is unlikely to be related to Janumet (sitagliptin and metformin). Your husband must see his doctor about the diarrhea. Please keep me informed.

Answered 4/21/2016

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A member asked:

My husband is taking janumet, (sitagliptin and metformin) which is controlling his diabetes. he now has mild diarrhea. what can he do reduce the side effects?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

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