Rosiglitazone and Metformin (Systemic)

Brand Names : Avandamet

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

Pale skin; troubled breathing with exertion; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual tiredness or weakness

Less common

Anxiety; blurred vision; chest pain or discomfort; chills; cold sweats; coma; confusion; cool pale skin; depression; dilated neck veins; dizziness; extreme fatigue; fast heartbeat; headache; increased hunger; irregular breathing; irregular heartbeat; nausea; nervousness; nightmares; seizures; shakiness; shortness of breath; slurred speech; swelling of face, fingers, feet, or lower legs; weight gain; wheezing

Rare

Abdominal discomfort; decreased appetite; diarrhea; fast, shallow breathing; general feeling of discomfort; muscle pain or cramping; sleepiness

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.

More Common

Body aches or pain; cough, fever, sneezing, or sore throat; difficulty in breathing; ear congestion; fever; loss of voice; nasal congestion; pain or tenderness around eyes and cheekbones; stuffy or runny nose; tightness of chest

Less common

Back pain; cold or flu-like symptoms; difficulty in moving; pain in joints

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.