Januvia Necrotizing PancreatitisJanuvia (sitagliptin) has been linked to two cases of necrotizing pancreatitis, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This severe complication of acute pancreatitis occurs when inflamed pancreatic tissue is permanently damaged or destroyed.

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Januvia and Necrotizing Pancreatitis

Januvia (sitagliptin) is a medication that is manufactured by Merck & Co. to treat type-2 diabetes. The active ingredient in Januvia, sitagliptin, belongs to a new class of drugs that inhibit dipeptidyl peptidade-4 (DPP-4). This helps a diabetic person control their blood-sugar levels by stimulating the pancreas to produce more insulin (a hormone that lowers blood-sugar).

Unfortunately, it is suspected that Januvia could also increase the risk of sudden inflammation in the pancreas (acute pancreatitis) in some individuals. If the inflammation is not reduced, within a few days, pancreatic tissue can be permanently destroyed. This can lead to necrotizing pancreatitis in Januvia patients.

What is Necrotizing Pancreatitis?

Necrotizing pancreatitis occurs when inflamed pancreatic tissue breaks down, which can cause severe cell damage and tissue death. It is a life-threatening complication that occurs when inflammation from acute pancreatitis is not reduced for many days or weeks. It can also occur in combination with severe bleeding in the pancreas (hemorrhagic pancreatitis).

FDA Warning for Januvia Necrotizing Pancreatitis

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published this Drug Safety Communication to warn about the possible link between Januvia and necrotizing pancreatitis:

“Eighty-eight post-marketing cases of acute pancreatitis, including two cases of hemorrhagic or necrotizing pancreatitis in patients using sitagliptin, were reported to the Agency between October 16, 2006 and February 9, 2009.”

Symptoms of Januvia Necrotizing Pancreatitis

Individuals who take Januvia should be vigilant for symptoms of pancreatitis, which may include:

  • Severe, persistent upper-abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Fever
  • Weight loss
  • Abdominal swelling and tenderness
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • And more

In addition to these symptoms, individuals with Januvia necrotizing pancreatitis may exhibit the following symptoms:

  • Very low blood pressure (hypotension)
  • Increased heart rate, palpitations
  • Symptoms of septic shock
  • Cold limbs, hands or feet
  • Very high or low body temperature
  • Confusion
  • Shortness of breath

Januvia Necrotizing Pancreatitis Complications

Individuals who develop Januvia necrotizing pancreatitis are at risk of suffering the following complications:

  • Infection: Necrotic tissue in the pancreas is highly susceptible to bacterial infection.
  • Sepsis: This is a bacterial infection in tissues that can spread to the blood and organs. Severe sepsis involves body-wide inflammation, multiple organ system failure, septic shock, dangerously low blood pressure, and death.
  • Pancreatic abscess or pseudocyst is a complication that occurs when necrotic pancreatic tissue dies, liquefies, and becomes infected with bacteria. The abscess is typically a fluid-filled collection that contains large amounts of pus and pancreatic enzymes within a fibrous wall. If an abscess or cyst ruptures, it may spill caustic digestive enzymes into the abdomen and cause severe organ damage.
  • Organ failure: Heart, lung, kidney, and other organ failure is responsible for 2/3 of deaths from necrotizing pancreatitis.
  • Surgery: If necrotic pancreatic tissue is infected, it is almost always necessary to remove it with surgery. The patient may also be given a shunt to drain infected fluids from the abdomen.
  • And more

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