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Actoplus Met is a combination medicine that is licensed to treat type 2 diabetes in adults. This eMedTV article describes the drug in detail and explains how it works, lists its possible side effects, and offers general dosing information.
Actoplus Met alternatives may include other diabetes medicines or lifestyle changes. This eMedTV Web page describes possible lifestyle changes and lists both oral and injectable diabetes drugs that can be used in place of Actoplus Met.
Actoplus Met may cause blood sugar to become too low or too high. This eMedTV segment discusses Actoplus Met and blood sugar in more detail, including a list of possible low and high blood sugar symptoms, such as blurred vision or extreme hunger.
Due to the possible effects of Actoplus Met on fetuses, the drug is not recommended during pregnancy. This eMedTV article discusses Actoplus Met and pregnancy in more detail, including information on when the drug may be prescribed during pregnancy.
Actoplus Met and Type 1 Diabetes
Actoplus Met is not licensed to treat type 1 diabetes. However, this eMedTV article explores a possible link between Actoplus Met and type 1 diabetes -- for example, in some cases, the drug may be combined with insulin to treat this type of diabetes.
This eMedTV page discusses research findings on Actoplus Met and weight gain (about 7 percent of people taking it experience weight gain). It also explains the dangers of rapid weight gain and offers tips for helping with gradual weight gain.
When switching from pioglitazone to Actoplus Met, the dosage usually starts at 15 mg/500 mg or 15 mg/850 mg. This eMedTV page also offers dosage guidelines for those replacing metformin with Actoplus Met and provides tips for taking the medicine.
Actoplus Met Drug Interactions
Atazanavir, diuretics, and niacin may potentially cause Actoplus Met drug interactions. This eMedTV page lists other drugs that may lead to interactions with Actoplus Met and describes the possible side effects that may occur with each interaction.
An Actoplus Met overdose may result in low blood sugar or lactic acidosis. This page of the eMedTV library lists the possible symptoms of each condition and discusses the treatment options that are available, such as IV fluids or supportive care.
Common Actoplus Met side effects may include swelling or fluid retention, weight gain, and nausea. This eMedTV page lists additional side effects, including other common problems and rare but serious side effects that may require medical attention.
Actoplus Met is used to lower blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. As this eMedTV article explains, it can decrease the amount of sugar absorbed into the body and improve insulin sensitivity. This page also covers off-label Actoplus Met uses.
Actoplus Met Warnings and Precautions
This eMedTV article provides several Actoplus Met warnings and precautions, offers information on who should not take the drug, and lists possible side effects to look out for. For example, people with severe kidney disease should not take the drug.
Actos is a prescription medicine that is licensed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. This part of the eMedTV Web site explains how Actos works and further explores the effects and potential side effects of this diabetes medication.
Common Actos alternatives may include lifestyle changes or other diabetes medications. This eMedTV Web page describes these Actos alternatives in more detail and lists various oral and injectable diabetes medicines that are currently available.
Patients taking Actos may experience high or low blood sugar levels as a side effect of the drug. This eMedTV article discusses the relationship between Actos and blood sugar levels and lists possible symptoms of extremely high or low blood sugar.
Using Actos during pregnancy may potentially be dangerous. This eMedTV segment discusses Actos and pregnancy in more detail and explains how the U.S. Food and Drug Administration considers Actos a pregnancy Category C medication.
Actos is not licensed to treat type 1 diabetes. This part of the eMedTV archives discusses Actos and type 1 diabetes in more detail, including an explanation of when Actos may be appropriate for type 1 diabetes treatment.
Side effects may occur with Actos, and weight gain is a problem that is commonly reported. This portion of the eMedTV archives explains how common weight gain is with Actos and discusses the dangers of rapid weight gain and fluid retention.
Most people start with an Actos dosage of 15 mg or 30 mg for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. This part of the eMedTV Web site offers more information on Actos dosing, including tips on when and how to take the medication.
When medicines such as rifampin or atorvastatin are taken together with Actos, drug interactions may occur. This eMedTV article lists other medicines that can cause Actos drug interactions and describes the potential complications that may occur.
Actos is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes because it can help control blood sugar levels. This eMedTV page explains how Actos works, lists an off-label use for the drug, and discusses the use of Actos for diabetes treatment in children.
There have been few cases of overdoses with Actos, so the full effects of an Actos overdose are not known. This eMedTV page describes the clinical trials used to study the effects of large doses of Actos and also discusses overdose treatment options.
Actoplus Met is available by prescription for type 2 diabetes treatment. This eMedTV resource explores aspects of the medication, including how it works, its effects, and possible side effects. Actos Plus Met is a common misspelling of Actoplus Met.
Some of the possible side effects of Actos include sinus infection, headache, and muscle pain. This eMedTV article lists more possible side effects of this drug. Actos side affects is a common misspelling and variation of side effects of Actos.
Actos Warnings and Precautions
Actos may potentially cause fluid retention in some people. This eMedTV segment provides more Actos warnings and precautions, including an explanation of who should not take the medicine and a list of possible side effects to look out for.
Actos is a diabetes medicine specifically licensed to treat type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV Web page explains how Actos works, describes the effects of the drug, and lists potential side effects to look out for. Actose is a common misspelling of Actos.
Actos is a medicine prescribed to help treat type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV page takes a brief look at Actos, including possible side effects and general precautions. A link to more information is also provided. Aktos is a common misspelling of Actos.
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Alternative treatments for diabetes include acupuncture, biofeedback, chromium, and ginseng. This eMedTV article explains these alternative treatments for diabetes and offers theories as to how they work to potentially combat diabetes.
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There are several alternatives to metformin, such as lifestyle changes or other diabetes medications. This eMedTV segment takes a look at these alternatives and describes how some of the alternative diabetes medications work to treat type 2 diabetes.
As this eMedTV segment explains, Amaryl is prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes. This page discusses how Amaryl works to increase the amount of insulin and also covers some alternatives to Amaryl. Amaril is a common misspelling of Amaryl.
Amaryl is a prescription medicine often used to treat type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV resource highlights how the medication works, lists possible side effects, and offers tips on when and how to take the drug, among other things.
As this eMedTV resource discusses, there are several alternatives to Amaryl for treating type 2 diabetes. This page takes a look at some of the Amaryl alternatives, such as lifestyle changes, other oral diabetes medicines, and insulin.
This eMedTV segment explores Amaryl and blood sugar, highlighting that Amaryl can cause high or low blood sugar levels. This page also outlines some symptoms of low and high blood sugar and explains what to do if you notice any of these symptoms.
Based on the results of clinical studies, joint pain does not appear to be a side effect of Amaryl. This eMedTV page discusses Amaryl and joint pain, explaining that you should talk to your doctor if you do develop joint pain while taking this drug.
This eMedTV resource explores Amaryl and pregnancy, explaining how the FDA categorizes Amaryl as a pregnancy Category C medication. This page also explains that in animal studies of rats and rabbits, Amaryl caused an increase in miscarriages.
This eMedTV page explains that the recommended starting Amaryl dosage is 1 mg to 2 mg once a day. If necessary, your Amaryl dose can be increased by 2 mg or less every one to two weeks. This page also explains when and how to take your Amaryl dose.
This portion of the eMedTV archives explores potential Amaryl drug interactions with other medications, such as thyroid medicines, oral contraceptives, and certain decongestants. This page also covers how these interactions can cause problems.
If you believe you have overdosed on Amaryl, seek immediate medical attention. This portion of the eMedTV Web site describes some Amaryl overdose symptoms, such as dizziness, cold sweats, or blurry vision. This page also covers treatment options.
Some of the most common Amaryl side effects can include low blood sugar, dizziness, and weakness. This eMedTV Web page also takes a look at some of the more serious Amaryl side effects, such as chest pain, fever, or a fast heart rate.
Amaryl is prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes by lowering blood sugar levels. This eMedTV article explores how Amaryl works to increase insulin production in the pancreas. There are currently no universally accepted off-label Amaryl uses.
