Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be observed while taking Onglyza use as follows: Use of onglyza can contribute to significant fluid retention in the body. Retained fluid can lead to edema, sharp weight gain, progressively increasing shortness of breath, compromised endurance, and worsening fatigue. Retained fluid can also add extra load on the heart in individuals with congestive heart failure and can lead to worsening of heart failure symptoms and cardiac function. Individuals taking [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be observed while taking Onglyza use as follows: Observing compliance with timely nutrition intake and recommended calorie consumption can help prevent development of hypoglycemic episodes. This can help prevent spurts of appetite stimulation and overeating. Consequently, it helps prevent weight gain. Discuss with your physician or nutritionist regarding your recommended diet plan and calorie intake limitations, if any. Observe compliance with any recommendations made, to help the blood sugar [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be observed while taking Onglyza use as follows: Take the medication on schedule, every day, to avoid forgetting the medication. Taking this medication at regularly spaced intervals along with compliance for recommended dietary measures helps to prevent any gross fluctuations in blood sugar numbers and maintain them in the target range. Maintain strict compliance with intake of the medication as ordered, with regards to dosage and frequency, to derive [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on side effects of Onglyza use as follows: Muscle and skeletal pain Onglyza, by some unknown mechanisms, can increase risk for damage to the joints and muscle, resulting in some joint & muscle pain with fatigue. While taking onglyza, report to your physician for further recommendations, in the event of presentation with any worsening muscle & joint pain and increasing fatigue. Fluid retention Use of onglyza can sometimes contribute to significant fluid [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on side effects of Onglyza use as follows: Stomach upset Patients taking onglyza can sometimes present with self-limiting symptoms of stomach upset and gastrointestinal disturbances, such as, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Taking the medication with a glass of water and some food or snack can help avoid/reduce these unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms. Report to your doctor for further recommendations in the event of these symptoms continuing uncontrolled. Hypoglycemia Normally, incretins stimulate secretion of [...]