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Pioglitazone is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pioglitazone is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Pioglitazone safe for pregnant women?
Pioglitazone may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Pioglitazone, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Pioglitazone safe during breastfeeding?
Pioglitazone can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Pioglitazone on the Kidneys?
Pioglitazone rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pioglitazone on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Pioglitazone. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Pioglitazone on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Pioglitazone. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Pioglitazone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pioglitazone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pioglitazone habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Pioglitazone has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Pioglitazone will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Pioglitazone is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Pioglitazone is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pioglitazone
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Pioglitazone together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pioglitazone
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Pioglitazone are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Actos (pioglitazone hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 276-277
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1032-1033