Avandia

Avandia - Avandia is used for treating type 2 diabetes in certain patients. It is used along with diet and exercise. It may be used alone or with other antidiabetic medicines.

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Drug name

Avandia (Rosiglitazone)

Drug Uses

Avandia is used for treating type 2 diabetes in certain patients. It is used along with diet and exercise. It may be used alone or with other antidiabetic medicines.

How Taken

Use Avandia as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions. Avandia comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Avandia refilled. Take Avandia by mouth with or without food. Continue to take Avandia even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses. Taking Avandia at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.

Drug Class and Mechanism

Avandia is a thiazolidinedione antidiabetic. It lowers blood sugar by making the cells of the body more sensitive to the action of insulin.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of Zyvox, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Storage

Store at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Brief storage between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Warnings Precautions

Do NOT use Avandia if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you. Some medical conditions may interact with Avandia . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Avandia . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

Possible Side Effects

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

More Information

If you have any questions about Avandia , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider. Avandia is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people. If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

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