Avandamet
Drug name Avandamet (Rosiglitazone/Metformin)
Drug Uses Avandamet is used for improving blood sugar levels, with diet and exercise, in patients with type 2 diabetes who are already being treated with both of these medicines or who are not adequately controlled on metformin alone.
How Taken Take Avandamet by mouth, usually once or twice daily with a meal, or as directed by your doctor.
Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it.
Remember to use it at the same time(s) each day. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
Missed Dose If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Storage Store at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Brief storage from 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Possible Side Effects Check with your doctor if any of these most common side effects persist or become bothersome:
- attention disturbance; blurred vision; changes in weight; clumsiness; constipation; decreased appetite; decreased sex drive; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; flu; headache; impaired coordination/balance; increased salivation; joint pain; lightheadedness; nausea; nervousness; pounding in the chest; rapid heartbeat; restlessness; skin inflammation; sleeplessness; sweating; unsteadiness; unusual weakness; vomiting; weakness.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these severe side effects occur:
- severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); depression; fainting; involuntary movements; memory impairment.
More Information You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for information about Avandamet that is written for healthcare providers. Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a patient information leaflet.
Do not use Avandamet for a condition for which it was not prescribed.
Do not share your medicine with other people.
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