Pioglit 15 Tablet
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Salt Composition
Pioglitazone (15mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Pioglit 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
Pioglit 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.
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. Pioglit 15 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Pioglit 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
Pioglit 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. Continue to exercise regularly Eat a healthy diet Take your other diabetes medicines along with Pioglit 15 Tablet.
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Frequently asked questions
Can Pioglit 15 Tablet cause weight gain?
Pioglit 15 Tablet may cause weight gain, which can be dose-related. This weight gain could be due to fat accumulation or water retention in the body, particularly in heart failure patients. It is essential to monitor weight closely in these cases.
Can Pioglit 15 Tablet cause heart failure?
Pioglit 15 Tablet can exacerbate or accelerate heart failure due to fluid retention. Your doctor will typically start with the lowest available dose and gradually increase it while treating patients with at least one risk factor for heart failure (previous heart attack, coronary artery disease, elderly). The risk of heart failure is higher when Pioglit 15 Tablet is used with insulin.
Can you take Pioglit 15 Tablet and metformin together?
Yes, Pioglit 15 Tablet can be used in combination with metformin for adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and overweight patients with poor blood sugar control, where sufficient blood sugar management was not possible with metformin alone.
What time of day should you take Pioglit 15 Tablet?
Pioglit 15 Tablet is usually prescribed once daily and can be taken at any time of the day, but preferably at the same time each day. It can be taken with or without food. Always take Pioglit 15 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
How long do I need to take Pioglit 15 Tablet? Can I stop the medicine for some time?
Continue taking Pioglit 15 Tablet as long as your doctor recommends taking it. Treatment for diabetes mellitus is typically long-term, so you 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 Pioglit 15 Tablet without consulting your doctor, as it may cause blood sugar levels to rise, which could be harmful to you.
Does Pioglit 15 Tablet affect liver?
Yes, Pioglit 15 Tablet may cause an increase in liver enzymes. Treatment with Pioglit 15 Tablet should be stopped if liver enzymes increase. Regular liver enzyme checks are necessary while taking this medicine. Pioglit 15 Tablet is not recommended for patients with liver disease.
What kind of medicine is Pioglit 15 Tablet? Is it like metformin?
Pioglit 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 your cells more sensitive to the insulin your body produces.
Can Pioglit 15 Tablet cause bladder cancer?
Pioglit 15 Tablet may increase the risk of bladder cancer, although this is a rare occurrence. 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. Pioglit 15 Tablet is not recommended for patients with a prior history of bladder cancer or having bladder cancer.
