Onglyza Side Effects

Generic name: saxagliptin

Note: This document contains side effect information about saxagliptin. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Onglyza.

Some side effects of Onglyza may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

For the Consumer

Applies to saxagliptin: oral tablet

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction while taking saxagliptin (the active ingredient contained in Onglyza) hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

• severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back, nausea and vomiting, fast heart rate;

• pain or burning when you urinate;

• swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet; or

• easy bruising or bleeding.

Less serious side effects of saxagliptin may include:

• runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, cough;

• headache; or

• stomach pain.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to saxagliptin: oral tablet

Endocrine

Endocrine side effects have included hypoglycemia.

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included headache.

Respiratory

Respiratory side effects have included upper respiratory tract infection, sinusitis, and nasopharyngitis.

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included abdominal pain, gastroenteritis, and vomiting.

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity side effects have included urticaria and facial edema.

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular side effects have included peripheral edema.

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