Pio M: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Pio M Information

Pio M is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Pio M has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Pio M is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Pio M are Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating, Muscle Ache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pio M can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Pio M are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Pio M's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Pio M related warnings talks about Pio M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock must refrain from the use of Pio M since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pio M contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Pio M have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Pio M is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Pio M Benefits & Uses
Pio M Dosage & How to Take
Pio M Side Effects
Pio M Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Pio M with Other Drugs
Pio M Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Pio M
Pio M Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Pio M Benefits & Uses

Pio M is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Pio M Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 515 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 15 mg pioglitazone and 500 mg metformin
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 865 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 15 mg pioglitazone and 850 mg metformin

Pio M Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pio M is used -

Severe

Blurred vision

Moderate

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Chest Pain

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Altered taste
Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Loss of appetite
Headache
पेट की गैस
Dyspepsia
Irregular heartbeat
Weight gain

Common

Stomach Upset
Difficulty urinating
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Pio M Related Warnings

Is the use of Pio M safe for pregnant women?

Pio M can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Pio M right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Pio M safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Pio M. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Pio M on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Pio M on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Pio M on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Pio M. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Pio M on the Heart?

Pio M may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Severe Interaction of Pio M with Other Drugs

Pio M should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Gemfibrozil

Moderate

Pio M Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pio M unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Anemia
Shock
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Liver Disease
Anemia
Bladder Cancer
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Pio M

Is this Pio M habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Pio M has not been reported.

Pio M Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pio M

There is no information on the effects of taking Pio M with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pio M

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Pio M are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Frequently asked Questions about Pio M

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Pio M safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Pio M is safe to use, many people have side effects at first, they usually diminish and then go away completely in a few weeks. A few people find they cannot tolerate metformin, there are other drugs but metformin is usually the first choice. It is very safe

Question almost 6 years ago

How long should I take Pio M for?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Pio M can be taken forever, diabetes is a progressive disease it's possible that more medication and/or insulin may eventually need to be added to the regime.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Pio M?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Pio M contain metformin, is an oral antidiabetic drug which belongs to the class of biguanide. It is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, particularly in people who are overweight. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. Moreover, it also reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications of diabetes.

Question about 6 years ago

What are the uses of Pio M?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Pio M is used with a proper diet and exercise program, to treat diabetes. It is also used with other medication to reduce the high blood sugar. It is used in a patient with type2 diabetes. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and cancer.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Pio M with a beta-blocker?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, you can take Pio M with a beta-blocker. People with diabetes tend to develop heart disease or stroke at an earlier age than the general population. One reason for this is that high glucose levels increase your risk of high blood pressure (hypertension). No harmful interactions are seen between them. However, a recent study suggests that beta-blockers can decrease the plasma level of Pio M and long-term use can increase lactic acid and uric acid in the blood.