Pioglitazone Tablet - Piokind 15 Mg Tablet

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    Pioglitazone Information

    Pioglitazone is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Pioglitazone depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.



    Pioglitazone Benefits & Uses

    Pioglitazone is used to treat the following -

    Main Benefits

    • Diabetes Type 2

    Other Benefits

    Pioglitazone 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: 15 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 1 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    Geriatric
    • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
    • Before or After Meal: With meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 1 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


    Pioglitazone Side Effects

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

    Moderate

    Mild

    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Weight gain

    Common

    Pioglitazone Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Pioglitazone safe for pregnant women?


      Pioglitazone can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Pioglitazone, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

      Moderate
    • Is the use of Pioglitazone safe during breastfeeding?


      Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Pioglitazone. If you see any side effects, stop taking Pioglitazone immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Pioglitazone again, only after your doctor's advice.

      Moderate
    • What is the effect of Pioglitazone on the Kidneys?


      Pioglitazone rarely harms the kidneys.

      Mild
    • 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.

      Moderate
    • What is the effect of Pioglitazone on the Heart?


      There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Pioglitazone. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

      Moderate


    Severe Interaction of Pioglitazone with Other Drugs

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

    Severe

    Moderate



    Pioglitazone Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Pioglitazone

    • Is this Pioglitazone habit forming or addictive?


      Forming a habit of Pioglitazone has not been reported.

      No
    • 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.

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but consume Pioglitazone only on doctor's advice.

      Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
    • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


      No, the use of Pioglitazone in mental disorders is not effective.

      No

    Pioglitazone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Pioglitazone


      Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Pioglitazone, due to a lack of research on this.

      Unknown
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Pioglitazone


      Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Pioglitazone at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

      Mild


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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    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

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