What is Rosiglitazone–Metformin used for?

Rosiglitazone–Metformin is an antidiabetic medication that helps control blood sugar levels for people with type 2 diabetes. By controlling blood glucose levels, kidney disease, heart disease, blindness, and stroke can be prevented. Rosiglitazone–Metformin is a combination medicine that reduces the amount of sugar produced by the liver and helps your body’s cells to absorb glucose easily. It is used along with diet and exercise. This medicine may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.

What is the recommended dosage of Rosiglitazone–Metformin?

The dosage of Rosiglitazone–Metformin prescribed to each patient will vary. Always follow your physician’s instructions and/or the directions on the prescription drug label.

What if you miss a dose of Rosiglitazone–Metformin?

If your physician has instructed or directed you to take Rosiglitazone–Metformin medication in a regular schedule and you have missed a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the doses unless otherwise directed.

What if you overdose on Rosiglitazone–Metformin?

Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose of Rosiglitazone–Metformin, seek medical attention immediately. Some of the overdose symptoms of this drug are irregular heartbeat, trouble breathing, dizziness, weakness, and stomach pain.

What other drugs could interact with Rosiglitazone–Metformin?

• Cimetidine
• Digoxin
• Gemfibrozil
• Morphine
• Nifedipine
• Prednisone
• Procainamide
• Quinidine
• Ranitidine
• Rifampin
• Vancomycin

It may be noted that drugs other than those listed above may also interact with Rosiglitazone–Metformin.

Usually drug interactions occur when it is taken with another drug or with food. Before you take a medication for a particular ailment, you should inform the health expert about intake of any other medications including non-prescription medications, over-the-counter medicines that may increase the effect of Rosiglitazone–Metformin, and dietary supplements like vitamins, minerals and herbal, so that the doctor can warn you of any possible drug interactions.

Rosiglitazone–Metformin can interact with certain nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, steroids, diuretics, thyroid medicines, birth control pills, sulfa drugs, and seizure medicines.

Do let your doctor know if you smoke, consume alcohol or caffeinated drinks, or use illegal drugs as these may interfere with the action of your medication. Make sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions you may have, or any family history of medical problems. Do not start or stop using any medicine without consulting your doctor.

What are the side effects of Rosiglitazone–Metformin?

Like other medicines, Rosiglitazone–Metformin can cause some side effects. If they do occur, the side effects of Rosiglitazone–Metformin are most likely to be minor and temporary. However, some may be serious and may require the individual to inform the doctor or visit the nearest hospital immediately.

It is pertinent to note that side effects of Rosiglitazone–Metformin cannot be anticipated. If any side effects of Rosiglitazone–Metformin develop or change in intensity, the doctor should be informed as soon as possible.

Rosiglitazone–Metformin can cause side effects such as mild diarrhea, runny nose, cough, muscle pain, and headache. Some of the serious side effects of this drug are chest pain, confusion, problems with vision, feeling short of breath, rapid weight gain, dark urine, and yellowing of the skin. This is not a complete list of all side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Rosiglitazone–Metformin.

What are the questions to ask your doctor before taking Rosiglitazone–Metformin?

Is it possible for me to take Rosiglitazone–Metformin with other drugs?
Should certain beverages, foods and other products be avoided when I take Rosiglitazone–Metformin?
What are the possible drug interactions of Rosiglitazone–Metformin?
How will Rosiglitazone–Metformin work in my body?
How should Rosiglitazone–Metformin be taken?
How to reduce the risk of Rosiglitazone–Metformin drug interactions and side effects?

Note

The health and medical information provided here is intended to supplement and not substitute for the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacists or other health care professional. Before using Rosiglitazone–Metformin, consult your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, severe breathing problems, and fertility problems. Breast-feeding is not recommended while using this medicine. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant. While taking this medication, limit the intake of alcohol.