Avandia is the brand name for rosiglitazone. Avandia is a prescription drug used in combination with a proper diet and exercise to treat type 2 diabetes. Rosiglitazone works by helping your body to respond properly to insulin thus lowering your blood sugar.MedlinePlus: Rosiglitazone

1. Generic: Rosiglitazone
2. Brand: Avandia
3. Prescription only
4. Form: Tablet
5. Not used for type 1 diabetes
6. Treats type 2 diabetesMedlinePlus: Rosiglitazone
7. Helps control type 2 diabetes but does not cure it
8. May cause fluid retentionMedlinePlus: Rosiglitazone
9. May cause hypoglycemia if used with other diabetic medicines
10. May increase risk of anginaMedlinePlus: Rosiglitazone
11. Can cause increased risk of heart attackMedicineNet: Rosiglitazone
12. Some side effects include: headache, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, dizziness, sore throat, back pain, anorexiaMedicineNet: Rosiglitazone
13. Store at room temperatureMedicineNet: Rosiglitazone

Avandia is in a class of anti-diabetic drugs called thiazolidinediones. As with any medications, Avandia works best with regular use to receive the most benefit. It can take up to two to three months for the full benefits of Avandia to take effect. Avandia needs to be taken once or twice daily with or without meals, as directed by your doctor. The daily doses usually range from four to eight milligrams. Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before taking Avandia (Rosiglitazone).

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