Tablets
ROSIGLITAZONE (roh-si-GLI-ta-zone) is the chemical name for Avandia.

Avandia Common Uses
Avandia is used to treat type II diabetes; Patients with type II diabetes cannot make enough insulin, and the cells of their body do not respond normally to the reduced amounts of insulin that are present. (Insulin is the hormone produced by the pancreas that stimulates cells to remove glucose from the blood). Anti-diabetes medicines, including metformin or insulin, as part of a diet and exercise program may be used in combination with this medicine for treatment.

Before Using Avandia
There are chances that any other medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine therefore all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking should be known by your doctor or pharmacist. If you are taking other medicine for diabetes than additional observation should be required of your dose or condition. If you have any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy or breast-feeding than immediately inform your doctor. If you have newly diagnosed or worsening heart failure (acute congestive heart failure) or type I diabetes, it is recommended not to use this medicine. If you have heart disease (e.g., chronic congestive heart failure) or liver disease than additional observation should be required of your dose or condition. If you have any further queries regarding the medicine than contact your doctor.

Storage
Avandia should be stored at room temperature between 15-30°C (59-86°F) in a tightly-sealed container and in a dry place and away from heat, moisture and direct light.