Glimepiride + Pioglitazone

Uses

How Pioglitazone and Glimepiride Work Pioglitazone and Glimepiride is a combination of two antidiabetic medications.

How it Works

Common side effects of Pioglitazone and Glimepiride include hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), weight gain, upper respiratory tract infection, and lower limb edema.

Expert Advice

Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
Take it with the first main meal of the day (usually breakfast).
It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or if you delay or miss a meal.
Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as:

Cold sweats
Cool, pale skin
Tremors
Anxiety

Inform your doctor if you notice:

Weight gain
Shortness of breath
Irregular heartbeat
Any abnormal swelling

Your doctor may check your liver function regularly.
Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as:

Abdominal pain
Loss of appetite
Yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice)

Other Combinations

Glimepiride + Lobeglitazone Sulfate

Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone

Glimepiride + Metformin + Rosiglitazone

Glimepiride + Metformin + Sitagliptin

Glimepiride + Metformin + Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin)

Glimepiride + Metformin + Voglibose

Glimepiride + Rosiglitazone

Atorvastatin + Glimepiride + Metformin

Glimepiride + Metformin

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