Biodib 30 Tablet
Manufacturer
Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
Salt Composition
Pioglitazone (30mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Biodib 30 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 30 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.
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 30 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Biodib 30 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
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 30 Tablet. Full effects may be visible after several weeks of starting Biodib 30 Tablet. Keep taking it as prescribed by your doctor. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while taking this medicine.
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Frequently asked questions
Can Biodib 30 Tablet cause weight gain?
Biodib 30 Tablet may lead to weight gain, which can be dose-related. This weight increase might result from fat accumulation in the body or water retention, especially in patients with heart failure. It's essential to monitor your weight closely if you're taking Biodib 30 Tablet for heart failure.
Can Biodib 30 Tablet cause heart failure?
Biodib 30 Tablet can exacerbate or accelerate heart failure by causing fluid retention. Your doctor will typically start with the lowest available dose and gradually increase it while treating patients who have at least one risk factor for heart failure, such as a previous heart attack or coronary artery disease. Heart failure is more common when Biodib 30 Tablet is used in combination with insulin.
Can you take Biodib 30 Tablet and metformin together?
Yes, Biodib 30 Tablet can be used in conjunction with metformin for adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus who have insufficient blood sugar control with metformin alone. This combination is also suitable for overweight patients with poor blood sugar management.
What time of day should you take Biodib 30 Tablet?
Biodib 30 Tablet is usually prescribed to be taken once daily, and it can be taken at any time of the day but preferably at the same time each day. It can be consumed with or without food. You should take Biodib 30 Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor.
How long do I need to take Biodib 30 Tablet? Can I stop the medicine for some time?
You should continue taking Biodib 30 Tablet as recommended by your doctor. Treatment for diabetes mellitus is typically long-term, so you may need to take it for a lifetime. If you have to stop it, consult with your doctor who will suggest an alternative. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor, as this could lead to elevated blood sugar levels, which can be harmful.
Does Biodib 30 Tablet affect the liver?
Yes, Biodib 30 Tablet may cause an increase in liver enzymes. Treatment with Biodib 30 Tablet should be discontinued if liver enzymes rise. Therefore, it's essential to have your liver enzyme levels checked periodically while taking this medicine. Biodib 30 Tablet should not be prescribed to patients with pre-existing liver disease.
What kind of medicine is Biodib 30 Tablet? Is it like metformin?
Biodib 30 Tablet belongs to the thiazolidinediones class of anti-diabetic medicines. It works by enhancing how your body uses a hormone called insulin, making your cells more sensitive to insulin.
Can Biodib 30 Tablet cause bladder cancer?
Biodib 30 Tablet may increase the risk of bladder cancer, though it is extremely rare. If you experience blood in your urine, pain when urinating or a sudden need to urinate during treatment with this medicine, consult your doctor immediately. Biodib 30 Tablet should not be used in patients with a prior history of bladder cancer or having bladder cancer.
