Rosiglitazone and Metformin (Systemic)
Brand Names : Avandamet
CategoryDescriptionRosiglitazone and metformin (ROS-e-glit-a-zone and met-FOR-min)
combination is used to treat high blood sugar levels that
are caused by a type of diabetes mellitus or sugar diabetes called type 2
diabetes. Normally, after you eat, your pancreas releases insulin to help
your body store excess sugar for later use. This process occurs during normal
digestion of food. In type 2 diabetes, your body does not work properly to
store the excess sugar and the sugar remains in your bloodstream. Chronic
high blood sugar can lead to serious health problems in the future. Proper
diet is the first step in managing type 2 diabetes but often medicines are
needed to help your body. Rosiglitazone helps your body use the insulin better
and it reduces the amount of insulin in your body. Metformin has reduces
the absorption of sugar, reduces the release of stored sugar from the liver,
and helps your body's cells use sugar better.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage forms:
Oral
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Tablets (U.S.)
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Tablets (Canada)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
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