Prescription Onglyza (value) Drug Information

Onglyza is only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes diet, exercise, weight control, and possibly other medications. It is important to use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit. To make sure Onglyza is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had: kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis);heart disease;pancreatitis;gallstones; high triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood); or alcoholism. Onglyza is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old. You may take Onglyza with or without food. Follow your doctor's instructions. Swallow the tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it. You may have low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and feel very hungry, dizzy, irritable, confused, anxious, or shaky. To quickly treat hypoglycemia, eat or drink a fast-acting source of sugar (fruit juice, hard candy, crackers, raisins, or non-diet soda). Onglyza side effects Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Onglyza: hives, a purple or red skin rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop taking Onglyza and call your doctor right away if you have symptoms of pancreatitis: severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back, nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, or fast heartbeats. Call your doctor at once if you have: severe or ongoing pain in your joints; pain or burning when you urinate; or heart problems - shortness of breath (even while lying down), feeling weak or tired, rapid weight gain, swelling (especially in your feet, legs, or midsection. Common Onglyza side effects may include: painful urination; headache; runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, cough; or swelling in your hands or feet.