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BRAND NAMES:
Onglyza
Generic Names:
Onglyza
Uses:
Treats type 2 diabetes.
Therapeutic Classes:
Antidiabetic
Forms:
Tablet
How it’s taken:
By mouth
What form(s) does Onglyza come in
Tablet
What are common Onglyza doses?
Tablet 2.5mg
Tablet 5mg
Common Onglyza prescriptions
Onglyza
2.5mg tabletOnglyza
5mg tablet
How to take Onglyza
Swallow the tablet whole. Do not break or cut it.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Onglyza contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to saxagliptin.
Onglyza warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, heart failure, pancreas problems, or a history of gallstones or alcoholism.
This medicine may cause the following problems:PancreatitisHeart failureLow blood sugar levels (especially when used with other diabetes medicines)Serious skin reactions
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Sudden and severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, lightheadedness
Severe joint pain
Shaking, trembling, sweating, fast or pounding heartbeat, faintness, hunger, confusion
Onglyza interactions
This medicine may cause the following problems:PancreatitisHeart failureLow blood sugar levels (especially when used with other diabetes medicines)
Some medicines can affect how saxagliptin works. Tell your doctor if you are using atazanavir, clarithromycin, indinavir, itraconazole, ketoconazole, nefazodone, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir, or telithromycin.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Onglyza side effects
Serious Side Effects
Large, hard skin blisters
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet, trouble breathing, tiredness
Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
Change in how much or how often you urinate, bloody or cloudy urine, lower back or side pain
Severe joint pain
Shaking, trembling, sweating, fast or pounding heartbeat, faintness, hunger, confusion
Sudden and severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, lightheadedness