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Get ready for your doctor appointment—
your input is important.
Voicing your opinions is an important part of having a discussion with your doctor.
Together you can decide on a treatment that’s best for you. Ask your doctor if
ONGLYZA may be the right option for you.
How ONGLYZA has been shown to help
Clinical study results help doctors decide which medicine may be right for you.
ONGLYZA has been tested in multiple clinical studies including thousands of
adult patients with type 2 diabetes. In all of these studies, ONGLYZA in addition
to diet and exercise has been shown to lower A1C. Your results may vary.
Talk to your doctor about ONGLYZA.
Read this guide, print it out, and refer to it at your
next doctor visit.
What is ONGLYZA?
ONGLYZA is a prescription medicine used along with diet and exercise to lower blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes.
ONGLYZA should not be used to treat people with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis (increased ketones in the blood or urine).
If you have had inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis), it is not known if you have a higher chance of getting pancreatitis while taking ONGLYZA.
Who should not take ONGLYZA?
Do not take ONGLYZA if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Serious allergic reactions can occur with ONGLYZA and may include swelling of the face, lips or throat, difficulty
swallowing or breathing, swelling of the skin, hives, rash, itching, flaking, or peeling. If you have these symptoms, stop taking ONGLYZA and contact your doctor right away.
Please see Important Safety Information on page 4.
Click here for Medication Guide and click here for full Prescribing Information.
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There are many treatment options for
lowering A1C. When talking to your doctor,
you may want to ask:
1. What is my A1C level? Where should it be?
2. Should I consider making changes to my diet or exercise plan?
3. If my medicine doesn’t seem to be working, are there additional medicines
that could help lower my A1C?
4. Can ONGLYZA be used with other type 2 diabetes medicines?
5. Can ONGLYZA help lower my A1C?
6. How does ONGLYZA work?
7. How is ONGLYZA taken?
8. Can ONGLYZA cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?
9. What if I have kidney problems?
10. Does ONGLYZA cause weight gain?
11. What are the most common side effects of ONGLYZA?
What is the most important information
you should know about ONGLYZA?
“I need to lower my A1C while considering other
factors, too. I am going to talk to my doctor
about ONGLYZA.”
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Serious side effects can happen to people taking ONGLYZA, including
inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis) which may be severe and lead to
death. Before taking ONGLYZA, tell your doctor if you ever had pancreatitis,
gallstones, history of alcoholism, or high triglyceride levels. Stop taking
ONGLYZA and contact your doctor right away if you have pain in your stomach
area (abdomen) that is severe and will not go away. The pain may be felt going
from your abdomen through to your back. The pain may happen with or without
vomiting. These may be symptoms of pancreatitis.
Please see Important Safety Information on page 4.
Click here for Medication Guide and click here for full Prescribing Information.
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Remember, your appointment is about YOU.
At the end of the day, this is your medical condition, so you shouldn’t shy away
from sharing your thoughts with your doctor. Think of yourself and your doctor
as a team. Working together may help you find a treatment that’s right for you.
Get ready for your appointment:
• Make a list of any changes to your medical history since your last visit. That
includes medications, injuries, and allergic reactions.
• Bring your notes about your treatment options to discuss with your doctor.
• Ask your doctor if Onglyza is an appropriate treatment option for you.
• Ask about side effects. You can read the Important Safety Information for
ONGLYZA on the next page and bring your questions with you.
• By the end of your appointment, make sure you understand what the
next steps are:
1. Will you need additional testing?
2. Will you be changing your treatment?
3. When should you schedule your next appointment?
What are the possible side effects of ONGLYZA?
When ONGLYZA is used with certain other diabetes medicines to treat high
blood sugar, such as a sulfonylurea or insulin, the risk of low blood sugar
(hypoglycemia) is higher. Symptoms of low blood sugar include shaking,
hunger, sweating, headache, rapid heartbeat, change in mood, and change
in vision. Follow your doctor’s instructions for treating low blood sugar.
“I look forward to talking with my doctor to learn
more about ONGLYZA.”
Please see Important Safety Information on page 4.
Click here for Medication Guide and click here for full Prescribing Information.
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For adults with
type 2 diabetes
in addition to
diet and exercise
What is ONGLYZA?
ONGLYZA is a prescription medicine used along with diet and exercise to lower blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes.
ONGLYZA should not be used to treat people with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis (increased ketones in the blood or urine).
If you have had inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis), it is not known if you have a higher chance of getting pancreatitis while taking ONGLYZA.
Important Safety Information for ONGLYZA
Do not take ONGLYZA if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Serious allergic reactions can occur with ONGLYZA and may include swelling of the face, lips or throat, difficulty swallowing
or breathing, swelling of the skin, hives, rash, itching, flaking, or peeling. If you have these symptoms, stop taking ONGLYZA and contact your doctor right away.
Serious side effects can happen to people taking ONGLYZA, including inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis) which may be severe and lead to death. Before taking ONGLYZA, tell your doctor
if you ever had pancreatitis, gallstones, history of alcoholism, or high triglyceride levels. Stop taking ONGLYZA and contact your doctor right away if you have pain in your stomach area (abdomen)
that is severe and will not go away. The pain may be felt going from your abdomen through to your back. The pain may happen with or without vomiting. These may be symptoms of pancreatitis.
When ONGLYZA is used with certain other diabetes medicines to treat high blood sugar, such as a sulfonylurea or insulin, the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) is higher. Symptoms of
low blood sugar include shaking, hunger, sweating, headache, rapid heartbeat, change in mood, and change in vision. Follow your doctor’s instructions for treating low blood sugar.
When ONGLYZA is used with a thiazolidinedione (TZD), such as pioglitazone or rosiglitazone, to treat high blood sugar, peripheral edema (fluid retention) may become worse. If you have
symptoms of peripheral edema, such as swelling of hands, feet, or ankles, call your doctor.
The most common side effects with ONGLYZA include upper respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, and headache.
Your doctor should test your blood to measure how well your kidneys are working before and during treatment with ONGLYZA. You may need a lower dose if your kidneys are not working well.
Tell your doctor if you start or stop taking other medications, including antibiotics, antifungals or HIV/AIDS medications, as your doctor may need to change your dose of ONGLYZA.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breast-feeding, or plan to become pregnant or breast-feed.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Click here for Medication Guide and click here for full Prescribing Information.
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Save on your ONGLYZA prescription
with the MySavingsRx Card*
• Your savings will continue for as long as your doctor prescribes ONGLYZA
and you remain eligible
• Your card saves you money even when you fill your prescription through a
mail-order pharmacy
• You’ll save on every prescription for ONGLYZA—paying as little as $10 a month
Learn more at www.MySavingsRx.com
*
Eligible patients may get
ONGLYZA® (saxagliptin)
for as little as
10
$
a month!*
Please see Important Safety Information on page 4.
Click here for Medication Guide and click here for full Prescribing Information.
Subject to eligibility. Restrictions apply.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
You may be eligible for the Savings Card if:
• You are insured by commercial insurance and your insurance does not cover the full cost of your
prescription, or you are not insured and are responsible for the cost of your prescriptions.
• You are not enrolled in any state or federally funded prescription insurance programs including but not
limited to Medicare Part D, Medicaid, Medigap, Veterans Affairs (VA), Department of Defense (DOD)
programs, or TriCare; patients who move from commercial to state or federally funded prescription
insurance will no longer be eligible.
• You are 18 years of age or older.
• You are a resident of the United States or Puerto Rico.
TERMS OF USE:
• Eligible patients with a valid prescription for Onglyza® (saxagliptin) who present an activated
Savings Card at participating pharmacies may be able to pay no more than $10 per 30-day supply for
up to 24 months, subject to a maximum savings of $100 per 30-day supply. Offer not applicable to outof-pocket expenses of $10 or less. Offer valid for up to a total of 24 monthly refills, within 24 months,
as prescribed. Every year thereafter, patients will be required to renew eligibility.
• Card must be activated before use. Other restrictions may apply.
• For Massachusetts residents only, this offer will expire on July 1, 2015. • Patient is responsible for applicable taxes, if any.
• Your acceptance of this offer confirms that this offer is consistent with your insurance and that you will
report the value received as may be required by your insurance provider.
• Patients, pharmacists, and prescribers cannot seek reimbursement from health insurance or any third
party for any part of the benefit received by the patient through this offer.
• Only valid in the United States and Puerto Rico; this offer is void where restricted or prohibited by law.
• This offer is non-transferable, no substitutions are permissible, and offer cannot be combined with any
other rebate/coupon, free trial, or similar offer for the specified prescription.
• The Savings Card may not be sold, purchased, traded, or counterfeited. Reproductions of this Savings
Card are void.
• AstraZeneca reserves the right to rescind, revoke, or amend this offer at any time without notice.
• This offer is not conditioned on any past, present or future purchase, including refills.
• No membership fees.
• The Savings Card is not insurance.
BY USING THIS CARD, YOU AND YOUR PHARMACIST UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO COMPLY WITH
THESE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS AND TERMS OF USE.
MySavingsRx Card is a LoyaltyScript ® Program ISSUER: (80840)
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For adults with
type 2 diabetes
in addition to
diet and exercise
Surrounding you with support
ONGLYZA Care Partners*
When you talk to one of our ONGLYZA Care Partners, you’ll
connect to a broader network of patient support.
*ONGLYZA Care Partners cannot provide medical advice and can only
provide information about AstraZeneca medications. Decisions regarding
your health and treatment of your condition should be made with your own
healthcare provider.
There’s help available to you when starting
a new treatment.
Type 2 Diabetes is a lot to handle. That’s why it’s important to get help whenever
possible. If you and your doctor decide that ONGLYZA is the right treatment for
you, you’ll have a place to turn to for questions about your medicine and any cost
concerns you may have. Our goal is to help make managing your type 2 diabetes
a little easier. Remember, our team is here for you every step along the way.
ONGLYZA Prescription Coverage Counselors†
We have Prescription Coverage Counselors that you can talk to on
the phone about your ONGLYZA coverage and benefit verification.
They can help you determine your co-pay amount and what
information you’ll need to process your benefit verification.
Prescription Coverage Counselors do not file claims or appeals on behalf of
patients or healthcare professionals. Coverage or co-pay amounts may change
prior to the time of actual prescription fill.
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Fit2Me™ is a comprehensive, online type 2 diabetes support
program built for you, using the foods you love, the activities
you like to do, and the motivational support you choose. Get your
personal plan to share with your doctor at Fit2Me.com today.
ONGLYZA is a registered trademark of the AstraZeneca group of companies.
©2014 AstraZeneca. All rights reserved.
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Please see Important Safety Information on page 4.
Click here for Medication Guide and click here for full Prescribing Information.
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