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PIOTEC PLUS 15mg Tablet 14s

Pioglitazone:15mg + Metformin (HCl):500mg | Oral hypoglycemics

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Manufactured / Marketed By : PanaceaProduct Form : TabletPack Size : 14sIngredients : Pioglitazone:15mg + Metformin (HCl):500mgGeneric Category : Oral hypoglycemics

How it works

PIOTEC PLUS 15mg Tablet 14s work by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for PIOTEC PLUS 15mg Tablet 14s

  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Hypoglycemia severe
  • Lactic Acidosis
  • Weakness
  • Chest discomfort
  • Headache
  • Runny Nose
  • Belching and Heartburn
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet severe
  • Weight gain

Uses of PIOTEC PLUS 15mg Tablet 14s

What is it prescribed for?

  • Type II Diabetes Mellitus

    This medicine is used along with an appropriate diet and exercise regimen to reduce blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 to 3 hours of administration of the dose.

  • Duration of Effect

    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit forming tendency has been reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

When not to use?

  • Severe kidney impairment

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a severe impairment of kidney function due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to pioglitazone, metformin, or any other inactive ingredients present along with these medicines.

  • Metabolic Acidosis

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with metabolic acidosis since it may worsen the patient's condition.

  • Heart Failure

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a history of heart failure since it may worsen the patient's condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

General Warnings
  • Kidney diseases

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of kidney disease due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

  • Stress

    Use of this medicine should be discontinued in patients exposed to stressful conditions such as a fever, trauma, surgeries, or accidents since it may not be effective in controlling blood sugar levels in these conditions. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered under your doctor's supervision.

  • Type 1 diabetes

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from Type I diabetes since it is not effective in treating such patients.

  • Diarrhea

    This medicine may cause diarrhea when therapy is initiated. In most cases, diarrhea subsides by itself. Contact your doctor if the problem persists for longer durations. Therapy may need to be discontinued in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • Cardiovascular diseases

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of cardiovascular diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of heart function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

  • Liver diseases

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver disease due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

  • Edema

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with edema due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

  • Ovulation

    This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased chances of ovulation in premenopausal anovulatory women. Adequate contraceptive measures are recommended for such patients to avoid an unplanned pregnancy.

  • Fractures

    This medicine may increase the risk of fractures in some patients. This risk is especially higher in female patients. Close monitoring of bone health is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

  • Pediatric Use

    This medicine is not recommended for use in children and adolescents.

  • Antidiabetic agents

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients taking other antidiabetic agents due to the increased risk of very low blood glucose levels. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels and appropriate dose adjustments may be required based on the clinical condition.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Amlodipine moderate
  • Estradiol moderate
  • Gatifloxacin severe
  • Ketoconazole moderate
  • Gemfibrozil severe
  • Iodinated Contrast Media severe
  • Aloe Vera moderate
  • Insulin injection severe
Disease interactions
  • severe

    This medicine may cause lactic acidosis in some patients. This risk is especially higher in patients with kidney diseases, heart diseases, or septicemia. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels, kidney function, heart function, and liver function may be required for such patients based on the clinical condition. Report any symptoms such as fatigue, breathing difficulty, increased sleep, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, irregular heartbeat, etc. to the doctor immediately. Appropriate corrective measures and discontinuation of therapy may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with vitamin B12 deficiency since it may worsen the patient's condition. Appropriate vitamin B12 supplementation and dose adjustments may be required based on the clinical condition.

  • severe

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of congestive heart failure due to the increased risk of fluid retention and worsening of the heart failure.

  • moderate

    Use of this medicine is not recommended in patients having an active bladder tumor since it may worsen the patient's condition.

  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of liver impairment due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

  • moderate

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from anemia since it may worsen the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

General Instructions

Take this medicine as instructed by your doctor. It is advised to take this medicine with meals. Your dose is likely to change over time based on therapeutic response and clinical condition. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended during treatment with this medicine. You should always carry a sugar candy with you to counteract unexpected lowering of blood sugar levels. Do not change the dose or duration of use without consulting your doctor. This medicine will show better results if you maintain a strict exercise and diet regimen. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects.

Other details

  • To be taken with food
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • Does not cause sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver PIOTEC PLUS 15mg Tablet 14s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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