Rosiglitazone
- Generic Name
- Rosiglitazone
- Brand Names
- Avandamet, Avandia
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C18H19N3O3S
- CAS Number
- 122320-73-4
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 05V02F2KDG
- Background
Rosiglitazone is an anti-diabetic drug in the thiazolidinedione class of drugs. It is marketed by the pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline as a stand-alone drug (Avandia) and in combination with metformin (Avandamet) or with glimepiride (Avandaryl). Like other thiazolidinediones, the mechanism of action of rosiglitazone is by activation of the intracellula...
- Indication
Rosiglitazone is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
- Associated Conditions
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Associated Therapies
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