Avandamet is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. This part of the eMedTV Web site provides detailed information on Avandamet and its effects, dosing guidelines, and possible side effects.
Potential Avandamet side effects may include heartburn, diarrhea, or vomiting. This eMedTV Web page contains a list of both common Avandamet side effects and rare but serious side effects of the drug (such as swelling, chest pain, or vision changes).
Weight gain is a possible side effect of Avandamet. This section of the eMedTV library discusses Avandamet and weight gain in more detail, and explains the potential dangers of developing rapid weight gain with the diabetes medication.
Not only does Avandamet reduce blood sugar, but it also has an effect on cholesterol levels. This eMedTV article describes the research findings on Avandamet and cholesterol, and explains how the diabetes drug can help improve cholesterol levels.
People who take Avandamet may potentially develop extremely high or low blood sugar levels. This eMedTV resource further explores Avandamet and blood sugar, including a list of potential signs and symptoms of high or low blood sugar.
Avandamet is used to reduce and control blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. This page on the eMedTV site further describes the effects of Avandamet, discusses Avandamet uses in children, and lists possible off-label uses.
The usual starting Avandamet dosage is 2 mg/500 mg once or twice daily. This eMedTV page also lists dosing guidelines for those who are switching to Avandamet from just metformin or rosiglitazone and offers tips for taking the combination medicine.
Many medicines can cause Avandamet drug interactions, including corticosteroids, ritonavir, and diuretics. This eMedTV resource describes the possible effects of these interactions and lists other medicines that may lead to Avandamet interactions.
Drinking large amounts of alcohol with Avandamet may increase your risk of lactic acidosis. This eMedTV page lists more Avandamet warnings and precautions, including other possible side effects and information on who should avoid the drug.
Avandamet is not licensed to treat type 1 diabetes. This eMedTV segment further discusses Avandamet and type 1 diabetes, explaining that the drug may be beneficial for people with "double diabetes" (both type 1 and type 2 diabetes).
It is generally not recommended to use Avandamet during pregnancy. This part of the eMedTV archives further discusses Avandamet and pregnancy, and describes the effects that the drug may potentially have on a developing fetus.
Signs of an Avandamet overdose may include dizziness, shakiness, or cold sweats. This eMedTV segment lists other possible symptoms of an Avandamet overdose, describes the potential effects, and discusses various treatment options available.
Generic Avandamet won't be available until at least 2012, when Avandamet's patent expires. This eMedTV page explains how the exclusivity period for Avandamet may extend past 2012 and warns against buying fake drugs sold as "generic Avandamet."
There are many Avandamet alternatives available, including other diabetes drugs or lifestyle changes. This eMedTV resource contains a list of both oral and injectable diabetes medicines that can be used as alternatives to Avandamet.
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