REZULT ( Avandia, Generic Rosiglitazone )
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Rosiglitazone is an anti-diabetic drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes (non-insulin-dependent diabetes). Rosiglitazone works by helping to restore your body's proper response to insulin, thereby lowering your blood sugar. Effectively controlling high blood sugar helps prevent heart disease, strokes, kidney disease, blindness, and circulation problems, as well as sexual function problems (impotence).Rosiglitazone is best used only when other medications (metformin) cannot be taken.How to use Rosiglitazone OralRead the Medication Guide and the Patient Information Leaflet available from your pharmacist before you start taking this medication and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.Take this medication by mouth, with or without food, usually once or twice daily, or as directed by your doctor. Dosage is based on your medical condition, response to therapy, and if you are taking other anti-diabetic drugs.Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. Remember to use it at the same time(s) each day. Monitor blood glucose levels on a regular basis.It may take up to 2 to 3 months before the full benefit of this drug takes effect.Take all other medications for diabetes as directed by your doctor.
Used along with diet and exercise to treat people with type 2 diabetes mellitus, alone or in combination with other drugs. |
