Pio M 15 Tablet SR: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

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 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 over 5 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 over 5 years ago

Can I take alcohol with Pio M?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, you should not take alcohol with Pio M, because it can cause serious side effects which includes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The risk of hypoglycemia is higher when you're drinking and taking Pio M than if you're just taking Pio M. Some of the signs of hypoglycemia include dizziness, confusion, and drowsiness.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Pio M increase lactic acidosis?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Lactic acidosis associated with Pio M treatment is a rare but fatal adverse effect. Lactic acidosis appears to result from biguanide interference causing an increase in production and decrease in clearance of lactate leading to higher cellular lactate levels. A decrease in pyruvate carboxylase activity, the rate-limiting enzyme in the formation of glucose from lactate, can also decrease hepatic metabolism of lactate. leading to increasing lactic acidosis. Signs and symptoms of Pio M induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Pio M cause alopecia (hair loss)?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Pio M is not a known cause of alopecia (hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Pio M type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.

Question almost 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.