Avandaryl is a prescribed medicine that is used to lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV page explains how this drug works to lower blood sugar, lists potential side effects, covers general dosing guidelines, and more.
Common Avandaryl side effects include high blood pressure, headaches, and a sore throat. This eMedTV Web page also takes an in-depth look at some of the more serious side effects of Avandaryl, such as yellowing of the skin and vomiting.
Weight gain does appear to be a side effect of Avandaryl. This eMedTV page covers Avandaryl and weight gain, explaining that rapid weight gain could signify congestive heart failure or other conditions. This page also lists ways to limit weight gain.
As this eMedTV resource discusses, low and high blood sugar levels are possible effects of Avandaryl. Blood sugar levels can cause serious or even life-threatening complications. This page highlights some symptoms of high and low blood sugar.
This eMedTV segment explores Avandaryl uses, such as helping the body to use its natural insulin better and causing the pancreas to produce more insulin. This page also explains Avandaryl use in children and possible off-label uses for Avandaryl.
Generally, the recommended starting Avandaryl dose is 4 mg/1 mg once daily with the first meal of the day. This eMedTV resource outlines some tips on when and how to take the drug and also lists the factors that will determine your Avandaryl dosage.
This portion of the eMedTV archives explores potential Avandaryl drug interactions with other medications, such as thyroid medicines, diuretics, and estrogens. This Web page also discusses how these interactions can lead to problems.
This eMedTV article examines several Avandaryl warnings and precautions, such as potential drug interactions, possible allergic reactions, and the risks of using the drug during pregnancy. This page also describes who should not take Avandaryl.
It may not be safe to take Avandaryl during pregnancy. This eMedTV segment explores some of the complications of Avandaryl and pregnancy and explains how the FDA categorizes Avandaryl as a pregnancy Category C medication.
It is possible to overdose on Avandaryl. This eMedTV resource outlines some of the possible symptoms of an Avandaryl overdose, such as blurry vision, dizziness, and cold sweats. This page also describes some treatment options.
This portion of the eMedTV library explains why there is currently no approved generic Avandaryl for sale on the market. This page explains that the earliest date a generic form of Avandaryl could become available is when the patent expires in 2012.
This eMedTV segment takes an in-depth look at some of the Avandaryl alternatives, such as lifestyle changes and other diabetes medications or injections. This page also explains when an alternative to Avandaryl might be necessary.
