Piosys-30 Tablet
Manufacturer
Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Pioglitazone (30mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Piosys 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
Piosys 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. Piosys 30 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Piosys 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
Piosys 30 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 it regularly at the same time each day. 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 Piosys 30 Tablet cause weight gain?
Piosys 30 Tablet may cause weight gain, which could be dose-related. This weight gain may be due to fat accumulation or water retention in the body, particularly in patients with heart failure. It is essential to monitor weight closely, especially in heart failure cases.
Can Piosys 30 Tablet cause heart failure?
Piosys 30 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, or being elderly). Heart failure is more common when Piosys 30 Tablet is used in combination with insulin.
Can you take Piosys 30 Tablet and metformin together?
Yes, Piosys 30 Tablet can be used in combination with metformin for adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and overweight patients with poor blood sugar control who require additional blood sugar management.
What time of day should you take Piosys 30 Tablet?
Piosys 30 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 Piosys 30 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
How long do I need to take Piosys 30 Tablet? Can I stop the medicine for some time?
Continue taking Piosys 30 Tablet as long as your doctor recommends. Treatment for diabetes mellitus is typically long-term, and 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 Piosys 30 Tablet without consulting your doctor, as it may cause blood sugar levels to rise, which could be harmful.
Does Piosys 30 Tablet affect liver?
Yes, Piosys 30 Tablet may cause an increase in liver enzymes. Treatment with Piosys 30 Tablet should be stopped if liver enzymes increase. Your doctor will monitor your liver enzyme levels periodically while you are taking this medicine. Piosys 30 Tablet is not recommended for patients with liver disease.
What kind of medicine is Piosys 30 Tablet? Is it like metformin?
Piosys 30 Tablet belongs to the thiazolidinediones class of anti-diabetic medicines. It works by improving how your body uses insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas, by making your cells more sensitive to insulin.
Can Piosys 30 Tablet cause bladder cancer?
Piosys 30 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. Piosys 30 Tablet is not recommended for patients with a prior history of bladder cancer or having bladder cancer.
