Depel 30mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Zee Laboratories
Salt Composition
Pioglitazone (30mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Depel 30mg 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
Depel 30mg 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. Depel 30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Depel 30mg 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
Depel 30mg Tablet helps to control blood sugar level and avoid long-term complications. Take it only as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor. Take your other diabetes medicines along with Depel 30mg Tablet. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Can Depel 30mg Tablet lead to weight gain?
Depel 30mg Tablet may cause weight gain, which can be due to fat accumulation or water retention, especially in heart failure patients. Regularly monitoring your weight is essential.
Does Depel 30mg Tablet worsen heart failure?
Depel 30mg Tablet can exacerbate heart failure by causing fluid retention. When prescribing this medication, doctors typically start with the lowest dose and gradually increase it while considering risk factors for heart failure, such as previous heart attacks or coronary artery disease.
Can you take Depel 30mg Tablet in combination with metformin?
Yes, Depel 30mg Tablet can be used together with metformin when blood sugar control is not sufficient with metformin alone. This combination is suitable for adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and overweight individuals with poor blood sugar management.
What is the recommended timing for taking Depel 30mg Tablet?
Depel 30mg Tablet should be taken once daily, preferably at the same time each day, with or without food. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully.
How long do you need to take Depel 30mg Tablet? Can I stop it temporarily?
Continue taking Depel 30mg Tablet for as long as your doctor recommends. Treatment for diabetes mellitus is a long-term commitment, and stopping the medication without consulting your doctor may lead to increased blood sugar levels.
Does Depel 30mg Tablet affect liver function?
Depel 30mg Tablet can increase liver enzymes; treatment should be discontinued if liver enzyme levels rise. Regularly monitoring liver enzyme levels is essential while on this medication, and it should not be prescribed to patients with pre-existing liver disease.
What type of medicine is Depel 30mg Tablet? Is it similar to metformin?
Depel 30mg Tablet belongs to the thiazolidinediones class of anti-diabetic medications. It helps control blood sugar levels by improving insulin sensitivity in your cells.
Can Depel 30mg Tablet increase the risk of bladder cancer?
Depel 30mg Tablet may slightly increase the risk of bladder cancer, although this is a rare occurrence. If you experience symptoms such as blood in urine, pain while urinating, or a sudden need to urinate during treatment with this medication, consult your doctor immediately.
