Pioglitazone Benefits & Uses

Pioglitazone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Other Benefits

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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 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

Gatifloxacin

Gemfibrozil

Moderate

Ketoconazole

Aloe Vera

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 -

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Liver Disease
Anemia
Bladder Cancer
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Allergy

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