Hello,
I’m type 2 diabetic, currently taking metformin and Onglyza to control my blood sugar levels. I’ve been on Onglyza for only two weeks and it definitely does stop my blood sugar from spiking, I’ve been experiencing several side effects from this medication, as well.
No matter if I take it with food or not it makes me very nauseous, but what worries me more is that I’ve noticed several bruises on my arms and feet that I don’t have any reason to have as I can’t remember having this much injuries. Is easy bruising common side effect of Onglyza?
Hello,
nausea and digestion issues are by far most common side effects of Onglyza, and it can even cause your blood glucose levels to get too low, especially when you take it with Metformin - but that is something that's easily managed by adjusting the dosage.
As far as easy or unexplained bruising is concerned, this is not something that happens often in people who take Onglyza, but it is listed among it's possible side effects. Since this side effect is rare, I suggest you to ask the doctor who prescribed you Onglyza about it, just to be on the safe side.