Biodib 15 Tablet
Manufacturer
Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
Salt Composition
Pioglitazone (15mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Biodib 15 Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Biodib 15 Tablet may be used by itself or along with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to how it is working. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Biodib 15 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Biodib 15 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It works by increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin, a natural substance that helps control blood sugar levels.
Quick Tips
Biodib 15 Tablet helps to control blood sugar level and avoid long-term complications. Take it only as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor. You should continue to exercise regularly eat a healthy diet and take your other diabetes medicines along with Biodib 15 Tablet. Full effects may be visible after several weeks of starting Biodib 15 Tablet. Keep taking it as prescribed by your doctor. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while taking this medicine. Notify your doctor if you experience shortness of breath, heart problems, or any abnormal swelling. Your doctor may monitor your liver function. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms like abdominal pain, yellowing of eyes and loss of appetite.
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Frequently asked questions
Can Biodib 15 Tablet cause weight gain?
Weight gain is a possible side effect of Biodib 15 Tablet, which may be due to fat accumulation or water retention in the body. This is particularly important to monitor in heart failure patients.
Can Biodib 15 Tablet cause heart failure?
Using Biodib 15 Tablet can exacerbate or accelerate heart failure, especially when combined with insulin. Doctors typically start with a low dose and gradually increase it while treating patients with at least one risk factor for heart failure.
Can you take Biodib 15 Tablet and metformin together?
Yes, Biodib 15 Tablet can be used in combination with metformin when sufficient blood sugar management is not possible with metformin alone. This combination is suitable for adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and overweight individuals with poor blood sugar control.
What time of day should you take Biodib 15 Tablet?
Biodib 15 Tablet is usually prescribed once daily and can be taken at any time, but it's recommended to take it at the same time each day. It can be consumed with or without food, and patients should follow their doctor's instructions for taking the medication.
How long do I need to take Biodib 15 Tablet? Can I stop the medicine for some time?
Continue taking Biodib 15 Tablet as directed by your doctor. Treatment for diabetes mellitus is typically long-term, so patients may need to take it lifelong. However, if you need to stop taking it, consult with your doctor who will suggest an alternative. Do not stop taking the medication without consulting your doctor first.
Does Biodib 15 Tablet affect liver?
Yes, Biodib 15 Tablet may cause an increase in liver enzymes, and treatment should be stopped if this occurs. Patients on this medication should have their liver enzyme levels checked periodically. Biodib 15 Tablet is not recommended for patients with existing liver disease.
What kind of medicine is Biodib 15 Tablet? Is it like metformin?
Biodib 15 Tablet belongs to the thiazolidinediones class of anti-diabetic medicines. It helps control blood sugar levels by improving how your body uses a hormone called insulin, making cells more sensitive to this hormone.
Can Biodib 15 Tablet cause bladder cancer?
Using Biodib 15 Tablet may increase the risk of bladder cancer, although it is very rare. Patients should immediately consult their doctor if they experience blood in their urine, pain when urinating, or a sudden need to urinate during treatment with this medicine. Biodib 15 Tablet should not be used in patients with a prior history of bladder cancer or having bladder cancer.
