METFORMIN; ROSIGLITAZONE is a combination medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes.It helps to control blood sugar. Treatment is combined with diet and exercise. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
anemia
become easily dehydrated
frequently drink alcohol-containing beverages
heart disease, failure
history of diabetic ketoacidosis
kidney disease
liver disease
polycystic ovary syndrome
serious infection or injury
swelling of the arms, legs, or feet; water retention
undergoing surgery or certain x-ray procedures with injectable contrast agents
vomiting
an unusual or allergic reaction to metformin; rosiglitazone, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take this medicine with meals. Take your medicine at the same time each day. Do not take more often than directed.
A patient information sheet for the product will be given with each prescription and refill. Read this sheet carefully each time. The sheet may change frequently.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
Patients over 65 years old may have a stronger reaction and need a smaller dose.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
Note: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What may interact with this medicine?
adefovir
cimetidine
digoxin
dofetilide
entecavir
gemfibrozil
itraconazole
ketoconazole
lamivudine
montelukast
morphine
nifedipine
other medicines for diabetes
procainamide
quinidine
quinine
ranitidine
rifampin
trimethoprim
trospium
vancomycin
Many medications may cause an increase or decrease in blood sugar, these include:
alcohol containing beverages
aspirin and aspirin-like drugs
chloramphenicol
chromium
female hormones, such as estrogens or progestins, birth control pills
heart medicines
isoniazid
male hormones or anabolic steroids
medications for weight loss
medicines for allergies, asthma, cold, or cough
medicines for mental problems
medicines called MAO inhibitors - Nardil, Parnate, Marplan, Eldepryl
niacin
NSAIDS, such as ibuprofen
pentamidine
phenytoin
probenecid
quinolone antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, ofloxacin
some herbal dietary supplements
steroid medicines such as prednisone or cortisone
thyroid hormones
water pills or diuretics
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care providers a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What side effects may I notice from this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
breathing problems
dark urine
dizziness
fever, chills, sore throat
low blood sugar (ask your doctor or healthcare professional for a list of these symptoms)
muscle aches or pains
nausea, vomiting, unusual stomach upset or pain
pain in bone, joint
redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
sudden weight gain
swelling of the hands, legs, and/or feet
unusually weak or tired
yellowing of the eyes or skin
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
backache
headache
high blood sugar
injury
fatigue
This list may not describe all possible side effects.
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress.
Your health care professional will have to check blood tests regularly to assess the effect of this medication on your liver.
Learn how to check your blood sugar. Learn the symptoms of low and high blood sugar and how to manage them.
If you have low blood sugar, eat or drink something that has sugar. Make sure others know to get medical help quickly if you have serious symptoms of low blood sugar, like if you become unconscious or have a seizure.
If you need surgery or if you will need a procedure with contrast drugs, tell your doctor or health care professional that you are taking this medicine.
Wear a medical identification bracelet or chain to say you have diabetes, and carry a card that lists all your medications.
Where should I keep this medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from moisture and light. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date. ,
What is/are Avandamet?
METFORMIN; ROSIGLITAZONE is a combination medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes.It helps to control blood sugar. Treatment is combined with diet and exercise. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
anemia
become easily dehydrated
frequently drink alcohol-containing beverages
heart disease, failure
history of diabetic ketoacidosis
kidney disease
liver disease
polycystic ovary syndrome
serious infection or injury
swelling of the arms, legs, or feet; water retention
undergoing surgery or certain x-ray procedures with injectable contrast agents
vomiting
an unusual or allergic reaction to metformin; rosiglitazone, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take this medicine with meals. Take your medicine at the same time each day. Do not take more often than directed.
A patient information sheet for the product will be given with each prescription and refill. Read this sheet carefully each time. The sheet may change frequently.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
Patients over 65 years old may have a stronger reaction and need a smaller dose.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
Note: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What may interact with this medicine?
adefovir
cimetidine
digoxin
dofetilide
entecavir
gemfibrozil
itraconazole
ketoconazole
lamivudine
montelukast
morphine
nifedipine
other medicines for diabetes
procainamide
quinidine
quinine
ranitidine
rifampin
trimethoprim
trospium
vancomycin
Many medications may cause an increase or decrease in blood sugar, these include:
alcohol containing beverages
aspirin and aspirin-like drugs
chloramphenicol
chromium
female hormones, such as estrogens or progestins, birth control pills
heart medicines
isoniazid
male hormones or anabolic steroids
medications for weight loss
medicines for allergies, asthma, cold, or cough
medicines for mental problems
medicines called MAO inhibitors - Nardil, Parnate, Marplan, Eldepryl
niacin
NSAIDS, such as ibuprofen
pentamidine
phenytoin
probenecid
quinolone antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, ofloxacin
some herbal dietary supplements
steroid medicines such as prednisone or cortisone
thyroid hormones
water pills or diuretics
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care providers a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What side effects may I notice from this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
breathing problems
dark urine
dizziness
fever, chills, sore throat
low blood sugar (ask your doctor or healthcare professional for a list of these symptoms)
muscle aches or pains
nausea, vomiting, unusual stomach upset or pain
pain in bone, joint
redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
sudden weight gain
swelling of the hands, legs, and/or feet
unusually weak or tired
yellowing of the eyes or skin
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
backache
headache
high blood sugar
injury
fatigue
This list may not describe all possible side effects.
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress.
Your health care professional will have to check blood tests regularly to assess the effect of this medication on your liver.
Learn how to check your blood sugar. Learn the symptoms of low and high blood sugar and how to manage them.
If you have low blood sugar, eat or drink something that has sugar. Make sure others know to get medical help quickly if you have serious symptoms of low blood sugar, like if you become unconscious or have a seizure.
If you need surgery or if you will need a procedure with contrast drugs, tell your doctor or health care professional that you are taking this medicine.
Wear a medical identification bracelet or chain to say you have diabetes, and carry a card that lists all your medications.
Where should I keep this medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from moisture and light. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
What is the shelf life of the pills?
The expiry date is mentioned on each blister. It is different for different batches. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture and would differ from batch to batch depending on when they were manufactured.
