Precautionary measures are must to be taken with every medicine. They are just for your safety only and should be followed sincerely. Set of precautions for Avandia are:
Always take Avandia in the same amount prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or less than recommended. Also take it for the exact duration your doctor prescribes.
If you are suffering from type-1 diabetes, do not take Avandia. It may cause side effects.
Pay regular visits to the doctor for checking your blood, liver and eyes to be sure about the proper functioning of Avandia.
If while taking Avandia you become sick, injured or need to go through a surgery inform your doctor immediately. He may ask you to stop its usage for some time.
Do not skip even a single meal and don't exercise for too long and finally do not drink alcohol while taking Avandia, as your blood sugar level may drop immensely.
Blood sugar levels may become low some times. For such situations always keep a source of sugar with you. Like orange juice, glucose gel, candy, or milk.
Breastfeeding mothers and pregnant women are advised to first take doctor advice before taking Avandia.