ROSIGLITAZONE

Overview

ROSIGLITAZONE is a Schedule H drug.
Rosiglitazone is an oral diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels.Rosiglitazone is for people with type 2 diabetes. Rosiglitazone is sometimes used in combination with other medicines, but it is not for treating type 1 diabetes.Rosiglitazone is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. It lowers blood sugar by helping to restore your body’s proper response to insulin.

Usage

ROSIGLITAZONE is generally used to treat: Diabetes Type 2
ROSIGLITAZONE can address symptoms like: Increased Thirst, Frequent Urination, Fatigue (tiredness), Eyes Blurred Vision, Weight Gain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

ROSIGLITAZONE is generally taken With Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

• You should not use rosiglitazone if you have severe or uncontrolled heart failure.
• Do not use rosiglitazone if you are in a state of diabetic ketoacidosis.
• Rosiglitazone is not for treating type 1 diabetes.
• You should not use rosiglitazone if you are allergic to it.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.
• Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Your blood sugar will need to be checked often, If you have severe hypoglycemia and cannot eat or drink, use a glucagon injection.
• Check your blood sugar carefully during times of stress, travel, illness, surgery or medical emergency, vigorous exercise, or if you drink alcohol or skip meals.
• Use rosiglitazone regularly to get the most benefit.
• Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Follow diet and exercise programme as directed by your healthcare provider.
• It may lead to dehydration; drink adequate fluid.

Symptoms of Overdosage

ROSIGLITAZONE over-dosage can result in: Weakness (generalized), Eyes Blurred Vision, Body Excessive Sweating, Confusion, Abdomen Pain, Difficulty Talking

Common Side-Effects

ROSIGLITAZONE : Respiratory Infection, Diarrhoea, Dry Skin, Sinusitis, Viral Inection, Head Headache, Runny Nose, Throat Soreness, Sneezing, Abdomen Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Discomfort, Dry Mouth, Decreased Urination, Increased Thirst, Fruity Odor On Breath, Frequent Urination, Irregular Heartbeat, Nausea, Noisy Breathing, Shoulder Pain, Arms Pain, Pale Skin, Jaws Pain, Weight Gain, Body Excessive Sweating, Difficulty Breathing, Hands Swelling, Feet Swelling, Fingers Swelling, Vomit, Fatigue (tiredness), Weight Loss (unintentional), Fever, Body Discomfort, Hoarse Voice, Back Pain, Cough, Lightheadedness, Eyes Pain

Serious Side-Effects

ROSIGLITAZONE : Heart Attack, Hyperglycemia, Joint Pain, Body Injury, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Difficulty Sleeping, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Ankles Swelling, Shortness Of Breath, Loss Of Appetite

Rare Side-Effects

ROSIGLITAZONE : Night Terrors, Depression, Seizure, Chills, Confusion, Anxiety, Dizziness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Slurred Speech, Loss Of Appetite

Disease Interactions

ROSIGLITAZONE can interfere with: Myocardial Infarction, Ischemic Heart Disease, Congestive Heart Disease, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Diabetes Type 1, Hypertension, Pleural Effusion, Edema, Pulmonary Edema, Acute Liver Failure, Diabetes Mellitus, Female Infertility, Obesity, Anemia

Technical Classification

ROSIGLITAZONE is categorized as: THIAZOLIDINEDIONES / ANTIDIABETIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with ROSIGLITAZONE as Ingredient

ADRIDE RM 2MG/500MG/2MG TAB	METFORMIN 500.0 MG, ROSIGLITAZONE 2.0 MG, GLIMEPIRIDE 2.0 MG
AVANDIA 4MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 4.0 MG
DIAGRM TAB	GLICLAZIDE 40.0 MG, ROSIGLITAZONE , METFORMIN
GLIBEN TOTAL 5MG/500MG/2MG TAB	METFORMIN 500.0 MG, GLIBENCLAMIDE 5.0 MG, ROSIGLITAZONE 2.0 MG
MINTIDE G2 2MG/500MG TAB	METFORMIN 500.0 MG, ROSIGLITAZONE 2.0 MG
MINTIDE G4 4MG/500MG TAB	METFORMIN 500.0 MG, ROSIGLITAZONE 4.0 MG
REGLIT 2MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 2.0 MG
REGLIT 4MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 4.0 MG
REGLIT 8MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 8.0 MG
REZULT 8MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 8.0 MG
RGM 5MG/500MG/2MG TAB	METFORMIN 500.0 MG, GLIBENCLAMIDE 5.0 MG, ROSIGLITAZONE 2.0 MG
ROGLIMET 2MG/2MG/500MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 500.0 MG, METFORMIN 2.0 MG, GLIMEPIRIDE 2.0 MG
ROSICON 1MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 1.0 MG
ROSICON 2MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 2.0 MG
ROSICON 4MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 4.0 MG
ROSICON G 2MG/1MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 2.0 MG, GLIMEPIRIDE 1.0 MG
ROSICON MF 2MG/500MG TAB	METFORMIN 500.0 MG, ROSIGLITAZONE 2.0 MG
ROSICON MF 4MG/500MG TAB	METFORMIN 500.0 MG, ROSIGLITAZONE 4.0 MG
ROSIMET 2MG/500MG TAB	METFORMIN 500.0 MG, ROSIGLITAZONE 2.0 MG
ROSINORM G 2MG/80MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 80.0 MG, GLICLAZIDE 2.0 MG
ROSINORM GM 2MG/2MG/500MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 500.0 MG, GLIMEPIRIDE 2.0 MG, METFORMIN 2.0 MG
ROSINORM M 2MG/500MG TAB	METFORMIN 500.0 MG, ROSIGLITAZONE 2.0 MG
ROSITEC TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 8 MG
ROSITUS 1MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 1.0 MG
ROSITUS 2MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 2.0 MG
ROSITUS 4MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 4.0 MG
ROSITUS M TAB	METFORMIN , ROSIGLITAZONE
SENZIA 4MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 4.0 MG
SENZIA 8MG TAB	ROSIGLITAZONE 8.0 MG
SULMET 5MG/500MG/2MG TAB	METFORMIN 500.0 MG, GLIBENCLAMIDE 5.0 MG, ROSIGLITAZONE 2.0 MG
TRIGETROL TAB	METFORMIN , GLIMEPIRIDE , ROSIGLITAZONE