PrandiMet Side Effects

Please note - some side effects for PrandiMet may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

Side Effects of PrandiMet - for the Consumer

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All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using PrandiMet:

Diarrhea; gas; headache; indigestion; nausea; stomach upset; temporary metallic taste; vomiting.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain or discomfort; dark urine; dizziness or lightheadedness; fast or difficult breathing; feeling of being unusually cold; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; general feeling of being unwell; muscle pain or weakness; slow or irregular heartbeat; unusual drowsiness; unusual or persistent stomach pain or discomfort; unusual tiredness or weakness; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

PrandiMet Side Effects - for the Professional

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• Hypoglycemia and headache were the most common adverse reactions (≥10%) reported among patients treated with repaglinide in combination with metformin HCl, occurring more frequently than among patients treated with repaglinide alone or metformin HCl alone. (6.2 )
• Gastrointestinal reactions (e.g., diarrhea, nausea and vomiting) are the most common adverse reactions with metformin HCl treatment and are more frequent at higher metformin HCl doses. (6.1, 6.2)

  To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Novo Nordisk at 1-888-NOVO-444 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

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