Pioglit is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2. The alternative uses of Pioglit have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Pioglit is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Pioglit are Headache, Muscle Ache. Some other side effects of Pioglit have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Pioglit are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Pioglit has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Pioglit related warnings talks about Pioglit's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Bladder Cancer, Diabetes Type 1 must refrain from the use of Pioglit since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pioglit contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Pioglit with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Pioglit, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.