Rosiglitazone: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Rosiglitazone is a thiazolidinedione (glitazone) for type 2 diabetes. It is a prescription medicine used for type 2 diabetes. In Pakistan it is available as tablets, made by 4 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Rosiglitazone works
Rosiglitazone activates a receptor called PPAR-gamma in fat, muscle and liver cells. This makes these tissues respond better to the body's own insulin, so more sugar is taken up from the blood and the liver releases less. Its full effect builds up over several weeks.
What is Rosiglitazone used for?
Rosiglitazone is used in adults with type 2 diabetes to help control blood sugar, either alone or alongside other medicines such as metformin or a sulfonylurea. Because of concerns about its effects on the heart, it is now usually reserved for people who cannot use other treatments. It works best together with a healthy diet, weight control and regular physical activity.
Side effects of Rosiglitazone
Along with its benefits, Rosiglitazone may cause:
- Weight gain
- Swelling of the ankles or legs
- Headache
- Anaemia
- Raised cholesterol
Seek medical help urgently if you become breathless, gain weight rapidly, have chest pain, or notice yellow skin, dark urine, or blurred or distorted vision.
Precautions and warnings
- It must not be used by people who have or have had heart failure, and your doctor will consider any heart disease carefully before prescribing it.
- Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney problems or eye problems such as macular oedema.
- Women taking it have a higher risk of bone fractures, particularly in the arms, hands and feet.
- Low blood sugar is more likely when it is taken with a sulfonylurea, so learn the warning signs.
- It is not used for type 1 diabetes and should be avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions about Rosiglitazone
What is the price of Rosiglitazone in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Rosiglitazone products currently in stock range from Rs 168 to Rs 422 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Fandia 4mg Tablet at Rs 168. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Rosiglitazone are available in Pakistan?
Rosiglitazone is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Nelizig (Highnoon Laboratories Ltdoratories Ltd), Fandia (Ferroza), Glizon (Vega Pharmaceuticals Ltd) and Rozi (Wilshire Laboratories Ltd).Do I need a prescription for Rosiglitazone?
Yes. Rosiglitazone is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Can Rosiglitazone be used during pregnancy?
It is not used for type 1 diabetes and should be avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Are all Rosiglitazone brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Rosiglitazone in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Rosiglitazone brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 13 products containing Rosiglitazone from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
