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Pioglitazone

Uses

Pioglitazone Uses Pioglitazone is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is prescribed alongside diet and exercise to enhance blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.

How it Works

How Pioglitazone works: Pioglitazone is an anti-diabetic medication that increases the body's sensitivity to insulin, a natural substance that helps regulate blood sugar levels.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Pioglitazone include upper respiratory tract infection, bronchitis (inflammation of the airways), anemia (low number of red blood cells), hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), and edema (swelling).

Expert Advice

Pioglitazone helps to control blood sugar levels and prevent long-term complications.
Continue to exercise regularly and maintain a healthy diet.
Take your other diabetes medications along with Pioglitazone.
Administer Pioglitazone only as per the dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
Full effects may be noticeable after several weeks of starting Pioglitazone.
Keep taking it as prescribed by your doctor.
Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while on this medication.
Notify your doctor if you experience:

Shortness of breath
Heart problems
Any abnormal swelling

Your doctor may monitor your liver function.
Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms such as:

Abdominal pain
Yellowing of the eyes
Loss of appetite

Weight gain, headache, and swelling due to fluid retention may occur.
Pioglitazone may not be suitable for patients with a history of heart failure or bladder cancer.

Other Combinations

Pioglitazone + Vildagliptin

Gliclazide + Metformin + Pioglitazone

Glibenclamide + Metformin + Pioglitazone

Metformin + Pioglitazone + Sitagliptin

Metformin + Pioglitazone + Teneligliptin

Metformin + Pioglitazone + Voglibose

Glimepiride + Metformin + Pioglitazone

Glimepiride + Pioglitazone

Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone

Metformin + Pioglitazone

Pioglitazone + Teneligliptin

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Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 15mg

Piotif 15mg Tablet 10s

Positif Life sciences

Strip of 10 tablets

₹19

Piolon 15mg Tablet 10s

Knoll Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹24

MRP ₹48

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 15mg

Piobest 15mg Tablet

Grefith Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹21

Piolon 15mg Tablet 10s

Knoll Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹24

MRP ₹48

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 15mg

K Pio 15mg Tablet 15s

Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd.

Strip of 15 tablets

₹35.6

Piolon 15mg Tablet 10s

Knoll Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹24

MRP ₹48

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 15mg

Aminus Remedies

Strip of 10 tablets

₹70

Piolon 15mg Tablet 10s

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Strip of 10 tablets

₹24

MRP ₹48

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 15mg

Betapride 15mg Tablet

Avinash Health Products Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹30

Piolon 15mg Tablet 10s

Knoll Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹24

MRP ₹48

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 15mg

Depel 15mg Tablet

Zee Laboratories

Strip of 10 tablets

₹25

Piolon 15mg Tablet 10s

Knoll Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹24

MRP ₹48

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 15mg

Piotor 15mg Tablet 10s

Prevento Remedies Corporation

Strip of 10 tablets

₹28

Piolon 15mg Tablet 10s

Knoll Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹24

MRP ₹48

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 15mg

DR. Best Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹15

Piolon 15mg Tablet 10s

Knoll Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹24

MRP ₹48

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 15mg

Pio G 15mg Tablet

Strip of 10 tablets

₹16.4

Piolon 15mg Tablet 10s

Knoll Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹24

MRP ₹48

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 15mg

Piolaze 15mg Tablet 10s

Ablaze Life Science

Strip of 10 tablets

₹40

Piolon 15mg Tablet 10s

Knoll Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹24

MRP ₹48

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 7.5mg

Piostin 7.5mg Tablet

Dr. Moni Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹35

Piosteris 7.5mg Tablet 10s

Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹27.7

MRP ₹55.3

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 30mg

Pizlan 30mg Tablet

Dr. Kumars Pharmaceuticals

Strip of 10 tablets

₹69

Piofine 30mg Tablet 10s

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹52

MRP ₹130

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 30mg

Pi Con 30mg Tablet

Consern Pharma Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹50

Piofine 30mg Tablet 10s

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹52

MRP ₹130

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 30mg

Piotag 30mg Tablet

Innovative Pharmaceuticals

Strip of 10 tablets

₹79.5

Piofine 30mg Tablet 10s

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹52

MRP ₹130

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 30mg

Piowa 30mg Tablet

Kaytross Healthcare

Strip of 10 tablets

₹37.8

Piofine 30mg Tablet 10s

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹52

MRP ₹130

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 30mg

Dione 30mg Tablet

Diacardus Pharmacy Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹30

Piofine 30mg Tablet 10s

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹52

MRP ₹130

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 30mg

Piobest 30mg Tablet

Grefith Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹41

Piofine 30mg Tablet 10s

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹52

MRP ₹130

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 30mg

Coglit 30mg Tablet

Corazon Pharma Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹69

Piofine 30mg Tablet 10s

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹52

MRP ₹130

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 30mg

Piokap 30mg Tablet

Karnataka Antibiotics & Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹36.6

Piofine 30mg Tablet 10s

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹52

MRP ₹130

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 30mg

Pizone 30mg Tablet

Lemford Biotech Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹80

Piofine 30mg Tablet 10s

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Strip of 10 tablets

₹52

MRP ₹130

Salt Composition

Pioglitazone 30mg

Piofine 30mg Tablet 10s

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Strip of 10 tablets

₹52

MRP ₹130

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 30mg

Pokr 30mg Tablet 10s

Aamorb Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹33

Piofine 30mg Tablet 10s

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹52

MRP ₹130

Salt Composition

Pioglitazone 15mg

Piolon 15mg Tablet 10s

Knoll Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹24

MRP ₹48

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 15mg

Piotre 15mg Tablet

LifeCare Formulation Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹29.8

Piolon 15mg Tablet 10s

Knoll Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹24

MRP ₹48

Salt Composition in both

Pioglitazone 30mg

Pionorm 30mg Tablet 15s

Micro Labs Ltd.

Strip of 15 tablets

₹137.8

Piofine 30mg Tablet 10s

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹52

MRP ₹130

Frequently asked questions

When should Pioglitazone be taken?

Pioglitazone is usually taken once daily at any time, preferably at the same time each day, with or without food. Follow your doctor's prescription.

Does Pioglitazone cause weight gain?

Yes, Pioglitazone commonly causes weight gain, potentially due to fat accumulation or water retention, especially in heart failure patients. Monitoring weight is important in such cases.

Can Pioglitazone lead to heart failure?

Pioglitazone can cause fluid retention, which may worsen heart failure. Doctors typically start with a low dose and gradually increase it for patients with heart failure risk factors. The risk is higher when used with insulin.

Does Pioglitazone affect liver function?

Yes, Pioglitazone may raise liver enzyme levels, and treatment should be stopped if this occurs. Liver enzyme levels should be monitored periodically, and it is contraindicated in patients with liver disease.

How long should I continue Pioglitazone?

Continue taking Pioglitazone as long as prescribed by your doctor, as diabetes treatment is often long-term. Consult your doctor before stopping, as it may lead to increased blood sugar levels.

Is it safe to use Pioglitazone with metformin?

Yes, Pioglitazone can be combined with metformin for better blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes who do not achieve sufficient management with metformin alone.

Does Pioglitazone increase the risk of bladder cancer?

Pioglitazone may increase the risk of bladder cancer, though this is rare. Seek immediate medical attention for symptoms like blood in urine or pain during urination. It should not be used in patients with a history of bladder cancer.

What type of medication is Pioglitazone, and how does it compare to metformin?

Pioglitazone is a thiazolidinedione anti-diabetic medication that helps control blood sugar by enhancing insulin sensitivity in cells, unlike metformin, which primarily reduces glucose production in the liver.

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