Hyaluronidase Subcutaneous, Injection and Janumet XR

• Generic Name: hyaluronidase
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Amphadase, Hylenex, Vitrase, Wydase, Hydase

Hyaluronidase is a natural substance found in the body, which is collected from either cows or pigs. It is cleaned up to remove animal substances. It may also be produced in a laboratory that recreates it from human albumin sources.

Hyaluronidase injection is a spreading substance. It is used with other medicines given under the skin to improve their uptake by the body. This method of drug delivery is only used when the drug cannot be given by injection into a vein. Hyaluronidase injection is also used to increase absorption of fluids or medicines that are injected into your skin. It also used to help improve absorption of radioactive substances during a procedure called subcutaneous urography.

Hyaluronidase is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.

• 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.