User Reviews for Onglyza oral

Tried it for a couple of days and thought I had the flu, so stopped until I felt better - about a week. Then took one pill. Blood pressure and sugar both sky-rocketed. Had debilitating headache similar to migraine that wouldn't go away, I felt like I had been poisoned.

Increased my blood sugar readings. I felt bloated. Stopped using after 1& 1/2 week.

Taking this drug with Metformin. Sugar levels in morning higher than usual, havent seen any benefits. Was placed on this to lower agi levels but dont see this happening. Going back to dr to review.

I was taking Onglyza 5mg for 2 months after I had to stop Januvia due to overall itching with no rash. Took Januvia for 2 years, couldn't figure out the itching. Within 2 weeks of starting the Onglyza, my itching returned, only much worse. I had breaks in the skin from scratching. It did lower my levels, but could no longer stand the itching, as it affected my ability to sleep without taking an antihistamine nightly. Also, experienced increase in hair loss, which I was already battling. It was not worth it. Onglyza lowered my quality of life.Read More Read Less

Not very satisfied. This drug caused my blood sugars to stay higher than normal (not excessive). Worked for about 2 weeks, then didn't really help after that. Actually caused severe mood swings among other things. Not very satisfied. Started on insulin while on Onglyza and am finding that I don't need the Onglyza and my blood sugar is actually lower since I have stopped taking Onglyza. Would recommend if you're not on insulin, but if you're on insulin, you really don't need this. The side effects are good great to outweigh the benefits.Read More Read Less

Been on this pill for 4 days. I am very satified with my morning readings...came down from 150-185 to today 99. However, have terrible hearburn and reflux. Stomach feels sore when I eat something. Will continue using and see if the side effects go away.

I have only been taking since 9/26/11. Have noticed distended abdomen, foul tasting gas when burping uncontrollably. Then the vomiting and diarea started. Side effects not worth the small benefit.

Take Metformin plus started Onglyza for three months now; IT DOES NOTHING TO HELP. Reading first thing in morning even higher than usual. Too expensive -- also -- stop taking it.

Better than Januvia

Only thing keeping me off insulan great pill just a bit pricey.

I took this for 1 month with my other diabetes meds upon dr. request. I immediately noticed that I was having some side effects (headache, stuffy nose). I called my dr. who wanted me to keep trying it. I continually got worse. After 4 weeks, i called the dr. back. He took me off Onglyza but wanted me to try Junivia. This was over a week ago & I have not tried the new med because I have been so sick.....upper respiratory problem turned into chest congestion like none other!! I have never had anything like this so I think the Onglyza has caused this.Read More Read Less

Was on this drug for 3 mo's. Started to itch and it got worse. After3 mo's I developed rash on arms and belly. Stopped taking drug and rash And itch disappered.

I started taking Onglyza in 12-2010 and my fasting blood glucose levels have gone down about 30 points. I have to be very careful in the P.M. because my glucose level tend to dip very low. I am also on Metformin 500X2,glipizide 5mgx2, long-acting insulin 18 units daily. The one side effect I have notices is frequent upper respiratory infections. Other than that the drug has worked real well for me.

since i have started this medication i have had alot of episodes of low blood sugar, and i can't seem to get my sugar to go up. i also take 1000mg of metformin twice a day. my a1c is 5.8. i wonder if i need this onglyza still.

This medication is awful. It made my glucose go so low that I was in diabetic shock. Never again!!! That was from just a half of a pill on day one.

30 days use. Swelling --hands,feet,legs. Have stomach pain,night sweats,leg pain and headaches. So lethargic, I Thought I might have to quit my job. Stopping the drug. Taken with 1000mg metformin at bedtime. Did lower sugar in morning, but not worth it.

I have been on Onglyza for 2 weeks.....I have Dawn Phenomen Diabetes, meaning my surgar goes up during the night when I sleep and during the day decreases. My morning readings decreased by 20 pts. A possible side effect that I need to get information on is that I am feeling DEPRESSED AND ANXIOUS. I am lethargic and lack ambition. I take Onglyza in the morning. Today I stopped Onglyza because I want energy without anxiety and depression which is a horrible feeling...I am beginning to feel 'numb'...I am on no other medication...I cannot contact Onglyza by phone which is a great disappointment.Read More Read Less

People's bodies work diffrently with this drug but If you feel any sever side effects like I did with Onglyza do not wait and call your Doctor right way.