Lipid Effects of Avandia (Cont.)

Lipid Effects of Avandia: Summary

Avandia has both positive and negative effects on several lipids in the blood. Avandia increases the total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol, but it also increases HDL cholesterol. While Avandia has no effect on triglycerides, Avandia does decrease free fatty acids in the blood.
 
Because people with diabetes are at an increased risk for heart disease (see Diabetes and Heart Disease), good cholesterol levels are especially important. Talk to your healthcare provider about your specific cholesterol numbers and whether you need to take action (including diet, exercise, or medication) to improve them.
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;