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Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet Information

Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet are Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating, Muscle Ache. Some other side effects of Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet 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

Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pioz MF can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Pioz MF, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Pioz MF. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Pioz MF rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Pioz MF can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Pioz MF. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Severe Interaction of Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Gemfibrozil

Moderate

Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet 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 Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

Is this Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is addictive.

Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Frequently asked Questions about Pioz MF 15 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Pioz MF work?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Pioz MF works by decreasing the hepatic glucose production. It also works to lower blood sugar by increasing your sensitivity to insulin and decreasing the amount of glucose that is absorbed from the food you eat.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Pioz MF cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Pioz MF can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). However, this can also occur if you delay or miss a meal, drink alcohol, exercise more than usual, can't eat due to stomach upset, and taking other antidiabetic medicine with metformin. So, regular monitoring of blood glucose level is needed and be cautious of symptoms of hypoglycemia, always keep glucose-rich food with you.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Pioz MF increase lactic acidosis?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Lactic acidosis associated with Pioz MF 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 Pioz MF induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Pioz MF safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Pioz MF 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 over 5 years ago

What are the long term effects of Pioz MF?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

The long-term use can lead to the deficiency of Vitamin B12, which can further lead to megaloblastic anemia. Furthermore, Long-term Metformin use can also lead to kidney and liver problems.