Avandamet Uses

Avandamet is a combination drug that is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. By improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing sugar absorption into the body, the prescription medicine has proven to be effective in reducing and controlling blood sugar levels. Because Avandamet has not been studied extensively in children, it has only been approved for use in adults. Occasionally, your healthcare provider may recommend off-label Avandamet uses, such as the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome.

In September 2010, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it would be severely restricting the use of rosiglitazone, one of the active ingredients in Avandamet, due to the risk of "cardiovascular events" such as heart attacks and strokes. Only individuals who cannot control their diabetes on other medications (or those who are already taking the medication and doing well) will be able to take Avandamet.
 

What Is Avandamet Used For?

Avandamet® (
 rosiglitazone and metformin) is a prescription medication that is used to treat type 2 diabetes. The drug is a combination of two different diabetes medications: rosiglitazone maleate (Avandia®) and metformin hydrochloride (Fortamet®, Glucophage®, Glucophage XR®, Glumetza®, or Riomet®).
 
Avandamet cannot be used to treat type 1 diabetes (see Avandamet and Type 1 Diabetes).
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD
 
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