Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano) is helping people with diabetes control their blood sugar levels. Talk to your doctor today if Kazano is right for you.
What is Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano), and what does it do?
Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano) is a combination of two diabetic medications: Metformin and Alogliptin
Metformin is a biguanide. It works by lowering the amount of sugar released into your bloodstream by your liver and improving your body’s response to insulin. Alogliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor. It works by increasing the amount of insulin produced by your body.
Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano) is used in conjunction with diet and exercise to help people with diabetes control blood sugar levels.
What dosages of Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano) are available?
The following are available dosages and forms of Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano):
Tablet
- 12.5 mg (Alogliptin)/500 mg (Metformin)
- 12.5 mg (Alogliptin)/1000 mg (Metformin)
What side effects are common with taking Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano)?
The most common side effects of Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano) are:
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Back pain
- Cold symptoms
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- High blood pressure
- Urinary tract infection
Some people experience more serious side effects from Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano), including:
- Signs of an allergic reaction (hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of parts of the body)
- Severe skin reaction
- Severe pain in the stomach and back
- Nausea and vomiting
- Loss of appetite
If you are taking Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano), and you start to experience side effects, contact your doctor immediately.
Does Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano) interact with other medications?
Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano) has been known to interact poorly with other medications, supplements and herbs.
When taking Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano), you should avoid taking:
- Alogliptin
- Metformin Hydrochloride
- Drugs that reduce Metformin clearance (Imatinib, Nilotinib, Gefitinib, Erlotinib)
- Diuretics
- Isoniazid
Who should NOT take Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano)?
Not all people can take Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano). Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano) may not be a good choice if you have:
- An allergy to Metformin or Alogliptin
- Kidney and liver disease
- Heart disease
- Pancreatitis
- Gallstones
- Alcoholism
What drugs are similar to Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano)?
Other drugs that are similar to Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano) include:
Does Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano) have a generic form?
Metformin-Alogliptin is a generic drug that is prescribed to treat diabetes. Kazano is its brand name form.
What is the price of Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano) without insurance?
The average retail price of Metformin-Alogliptin without insurance is $241.88. Look up Metformin-Alogliptin (Kazano) on NSUR’s NSURx price look-up tool to find the pharmacy nearest to you with the lowest price.
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