Avandia Alternatives (Cont.)

 
Incretin Mimetics
There is one incretin mimetic available, called exenatide (Byetta®). It works by acting like the hormone incretin in the body, increasing insulin production and slowing digestion.
 
Amylin Analogues
There is one amylin analogue available, called pramlintide (Symlin®). This medication works like the hormone amylin in the body, increasing insulin production, slowing digestion, decreasing the production of glucose by the liver, and reducing appetite.
 

A Summary of Avandia Alternatives

There are several Avandia alternatives for type 2 diabetes, including lifestyle changes or other medications. If Avandia is not working for you or if it is causing bothersome side effects, ask your healthcare provider about trying an Avandia alternative.
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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