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Chemical Name: ROSIGLITAZONE (roh-si-GLI-ta-zone)
This medicine is used to treat type 2 diabetes by reducing the resistance your body has to insulin. It is used either alone or in combination with other anti-diabetes medicines, including metformin or insulin, as part of a diet and exercise program.
WARNING: THIAZOLIDINEDIONE ANTIDIABETICS SUCH AS THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE OR WORSEN HEART FAILURE IN SOME PATIENTS. They may also increase the risk of certain other severe heart problems (such as chest pain, heart attack). Tell your doctor if you have a history of heart failure. This medicine should not be used to treat patients with moderate to severe heart failure. You will be monitored for signs of heart failure when you start this medicine and when your dose increases. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR AT ONCE if you develop swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet; shortness of breath; sudden unexplained weight gain; chest pain; numbness of an arm or leg; sudden severe headache, dizziness, or vomiting; sudden vision changes; or fainting. Your doctor may need to stop your medicine or change your dose. Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you are also taking nitrates (such as nitroglycerin) or using insulin. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking other medicine for diabetes. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. USE OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you have newly diagnosed or worsening heart failure (acute congestive heart failure) or type 1 diabetes. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you have heart disease (e.g., chronic congestive heart failure) or liver disease. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about taking this medicine.
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. This medicine comes with a MEDICATION GUIDE approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Read it carefully each time you refill this medicine. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about this medicine. This medicine may be taken on an empty stomach or with food. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tightly-closed container, away from heat, moisture, and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, 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.
DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you have had an allergic reaction to it or are allergic to any ingredient in this product. IT MAY TAKE 2 weeks for this medicine to start to lower your blood sugar. It may take up to 3 months to see the full effect of this medicine. DO NOT STOP USING THIS MEDICINE or any other diabetes medicine without first checking with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR before adjusting the dose of your diabetes medicine or changing your diet. FOLLOW THE DIET AND EXERCISE PROGRAM given to you by your health care provider. Laboratory and/or medical tests, including liver function, fasting blood glucose, regular eye exams, and bone density may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using this medicine. BEFORE YOU HAVE ANY MEDICAL OR DENTAL TREATMENTS, EMERGENCY CARE, OR SURGERY, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using this medicine. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE HYPOGLYCEMIA (low blood sugar) when it is used along with insulin or other oral diabetic medicines. Signs of hypoglycemia include increased heartbeat, headache, chills, sweating, tremor, increased hunger, changes in vision, nervousness, weakness, dizziness, drowsiness, or fainting. It is a good habit to carry glucose tablets or gel to treat low blood sugar. If you do not have a reliable source of glucose available, eat a quick source of sugar such as table sugar, honey, or candy, or drink a glass of orange juice or non-diet soda to quickly raise your blood sugar level. TELL YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY about the reaction if it occurs. To prevent hypoglycemia, eat meals on a regular schedule and do not skip meals. AN INCREASED INCIDENCE OF BONE FRACTURE has been reported in women in take this medicine. Tell your doctor if you have a history of bone fracture, low calcium intake, or weak bones (such as osteoporosis). Contact your doctor right away if you experience unusual bone pain. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: This medicine may increase your chance of pregnancy by causing ovulation to resume in women who have not been ovulating. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about the use of reliable birth control while using this medicine. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medicine include headache or mild weight gain. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience changes in vision (including blurred vision) or unusual tiredness or weakness. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience unusual thirst; unusual amount of urine; rapid weight gain; bloating or swelling of ankles, feet, or hands; shortness of breath; chest pain; numbness of an arm or leg; severe headache, stomach pain, or vomiting; fainting; symptoms of low blood sugar (such as anxiety, increased sweating, dizziness or drowsiness, headache, chills, tremors, increased hunger); or symptoms of liver problems (such as dark urine; yellowing of the skin or eyes; unexplained nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite; stomach pain). An allergic reaction to this medicine is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your healthcare provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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FOLLOW THE DIETARY AND EXERCISE PLAN provided by your doctor. Carry an identification card at all times that says you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly according to your doctor's directions. If your blood sugar level is often higher or lower than it should be and you are taking this medicine according to directions, check with your doctor. IT MAY BE HARDER TO CONTROL YOUR BLOOD SUGAR DURING TIMES OF STRESS such as fever, infection, injury, or surgery. Talk to your doctor about how to control your blood sugar if any of these occur. DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT out of the reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
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