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I'm Considering AVANDIA Again
If you took AVANDIA in the past and are thinking about it again, welcome back. This site can help you and your doctor talk about the possible benefits and risks of AVANDIA. Remember, only your doctor can decide if AVANDIA is right for you.
AVANDIA works differently than some other diabetes medicines. It doesn't cause your body to make more insulin. Instead, AVANDIA helps your body use its own natural insulin better - for improved blood sugar control.*
Getting back in control
We know that there's a lot to think about when you're evaluating diabetes medicines. Treatment for diabetes isn't "one size fits all" - it must be tailored to your needs, and your needs can change over time. That's why it's so important to work closely with your doctor, and to regularly check your blood sugar levels, including your A1C.
Like any medicine, AVANDIA isn't for everyone and only your doctor can decide if AVANDIA is right for you. To learn more about AVANDIA and whether it may be right for you, explore this site and consult your doctor. For more information about AVANDIA, read the Medication Guide along with the important safety information.
Whatever treatment option your doctor recommends, we encourage you to stick with it! Managing diabetes can take work, but the rewards are worth the effort.
*Individual results may vary.
Please see important safety information below for AVANDIA, AVANDAMET and AVANDARYL, including who should not take AVANDIA, AVANDAMET or AVANDARYL. See also link to Medication Guides for AVANDIA, AVANDAMET and AVANDARYL.
Prescription AVANDIA, along with diet and exercise, helps improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. Taking AVANDIA with insulin or nitrates is not recommended.
AVANDIA can cause or worsen heart failure. If you have severe heart failure (very poor pumping ability of the heart) you cannot be started on AVANDIA. AVANDIA is also not recommended if you have heart failure with symptoms (such as shortness of breath or swelling) even if these symptoms are not severe.
AVANDIA may increase your risk of other heart problems that occur when there is reduced blood flow to the heart, such as chest pain (angina) or heart attack (myocardial infarction). This risk appeared higher in patients taking medicines called nitrates or insulin.
If you have chest pain or a feeling of chest pressure, you should seek immediate medical attention, regardless of what diabetes medicines you are taking. If you take AVANDIA, tell your doctor right away if you: have swollen legs or ankles, a rapid increase in weight or difficulty breathing, or unusual tiredness; experience changes in vision; become pregnant.
Before taking AVANDIA, review your medical history and tell your doctor if you:
- Have heart failure or other heart problems, or are on any medicines for high blood pressure, high cholesterol or heart failure, or for prevention of heart disease or stroke.
- Take insulin or nitrate medicines.
- Have a type of diabetic eye disease called macular edema.
- Have liver problems or had liver problems while taking REZULIN® (troglitazone).
- Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
- Are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed.
Women taking AVANDIA should know that AVANDIA may increase the risk of pregnancy. More fractures have been observed in women taking AVANDIA. Other possible side effects of AVANDIA include anemia and hypoglycemia. Your doctor should do blood tests to check your liver before you start AVANDIA and during treatment as needed.
For more information about AVANDIA, please see Medication Guide. For further information on AVANDIA, please see full Prescribing Information.
Prescription AVANDAMET, along with diet and exercise, helps improve blood sugar control in patients with type 2 diabetes. It is a combination of two drugs - rosiglitazone maleate and metformin HCl. Taking AVANDAMET with insulin or nitrates is not recommended.
AVANDAMET can cause or worsen heart failure. If you have severe heart failure (very poor pumping ability of the heart), you cannot be started on AVANDAMET. AVANDAMET is also not recommended if you have heart failure with symptoms (such as shortness of breath or swelling), even if these symptoms are not severe.
Rosiglitazone, one of the medicines in AVANDAMET, may increase your risk of other heart problems that occur when there is reduced blood flow to the heart, such as chest pain (angina) or heart attack (myocardial infarction). This risk appeared higher in patients taking medicines called nitrates or insulin.
If you have chest pain or a feeling of chest pressure, you should seek immediate medical attention, regardless of what diabetes medicines you are taking. If you take AVANDAMET, tell your doctor right away if you: have swollen legs or ankles, a rapid increase in weight or difficulty breathing, or unusual tiredness; experience changes in vision; become pregnant.
A small number of people who have taken metformin, another medicine in AVANDAMET, have developed a rare yet serious condition called lactic acidosis (a buildup of lactic acid in the blood) that can cause death. You have a higher chance of getting lactic acidosis if you have kidney problems; have liver problems; drink alcohol very often or excessively; get dehydrated, as when you are sick with a fever, vomiting or diarrhea; or you are going to have surgery. Tell your doctor if you have any of these problems before or while taking AVANDAMET. You should not take AVANDAMET if you have kidney problems or metabolic acidosis. Tests should be used to check your kidneys and liver before and while taking AVANDAMET. If you are taking medicines for heart failure, you may be at increased risk of lactic acidosis.
Call your doctor right away if you feel any of the following, which may be signs of lactic acidosis: very weak or tired; you have unusual (not normal) muscle pain; you have stomach pains; you have trouble breathing; you feel dizzy or lightheaded; or you have a slow or irregular heartbeat.
Before taking AVANDAMET, review your medical history and tell your doctor if you:
- Have heart failure or other heart problems, or are on any medicines for high blood pressure, high cholesterol or heart failure, or for prevention of heart disease or stroke.
- Take insulin or nitrate medicines.
- Have kidney problems.
- Are going to have dye injected into a vein for an X-ray, CAT scan, heart study, or other type of scanning.
- Drink a lot of alcohol.
- Develop a serious condition such as a heart attack, severe infection, or a stroke.
- Are 80 years of age or older.
- Have a type of diabetic eye disease called macular edema.
- Have liver problems or had liver problems while taking REZULIN® (troglitazone).
- Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
- Are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed.
Women taking AVANDAMET should know that AVANDAMET may increase the risk of pregnancy. More fractures have been observed in women taking AVANDAMET. Other possible side effects of AVANDAMET include anemia, hypoglycemia, diarrhea, nausea, and upset stomach. Your doctor should do blood tests to check your liver before you start AVANDAMET and during treatment as needed.
For more information about AVANDAMET, please see Medication Guide. For further information on AVANDAMET, please see full Prescribing Information.
Prescription AVANDARYL, along with diet and exercise, helps improve blood sugar control in patients with type 2 diabetes. AVANDARYL is a combination of two drugs - rosiglitazone maleate and glimepiride. Taking rosiglitazone with insulin or with nitrates is not recommended.
AVANDARYL can cause or worsen heart failure. If you have severe heart failure (very poor pumping ability of the heart), you cannot be started on AVANDARYL. AVANDARYL is also not recommended if you have heart failure with symptoms (such as shortness of breath or swelling), even if these symptoms are not severe.
Rosiglitazone, one of the medicines in AVANDARYL, may increase your risk of other heart problems that occur when there is reduced blood flow to the heart, such as chest pain (angina) or heart attack (myocardial infarction). This risk appeared higher in patients taking medicines called nitrates or insulin.
If you have chest pain or a feeling of chest pressure, you should seek immediate medical attention, regardless of what diabetes medicines you are taking. If you take AVANDARYL, tell your doctor right away if you: have swollen legs or ankles, a rapid increase in weight or difficulty breathing, or unusual tiredness; experience changes in vision; become pregnant.
AVANDARYL may cause low blood sugar. Lightheadedness, dizziness, shakiness or hunger may mean that your blood sugar is too low. If you have kidney problems, you may need a lower dose of AVANDARYL to reduce problems with low blood sugar. Talk to your doctor if low blood sugar is a problem for you.
Before taking AVANDARYL, review your medical history and tell your doctor if you:
- Have heart failure or other heart problems, or are on any medicines for high blood pressure, high cholesterol or heart failure, or for prevention of heart disease or stroke.
- Take insulin or nitrate medicines.
- Have a type of diabetic eye disease called macular edema.
- Have liver problems or had liver problems while taking REZULIN® (troglitazone).
- Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
- Are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed.
Women taking AVANDARYL should know that AVANDARYL may increase the risk of pregnancy. More fractures have been observed in women taking AVANDARYL. Another possible side effect of AVANDARYL is anemia. Your doctor should do blood tests to check your liver before you start AVANDARYL and during treatment as needed.
For more information about AVANDARYL, please see Medication Guide. For further information on AVANDARYL, please see full Prescribing Information.
