Angiomax and Janumet XR

• Generic Name: bivalirudin
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Angiomax

Angiomax is an anticoagulant (thrombin inhibitor) that helps prevent the formation of blood clots. An unwanted blood clot can occur with certain heart or blood vessel conditions.

Angiomax is used to prevent blood clots in people with severe chest pain or other conditions who are undergoing a procedure called angioplasty (to open blocked arteries).

Angiomax may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: metformin / sitagliptin
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Janumet, Janumet XR

Janumet XR are oral diabetes medicines that help control blood sugar levels.

Metformin works by decreasing glucose (sugar) production in the liver and decreasing absorption of glucose by the intestines. Sitagliptin works by regulating the levels of insulin your body produces after eating.

Janumet XR is a combination medicine that is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Janumet XR is not for treating type 1 diabetes.

Janumet XR may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.