It belongs to a class of drugs known as glitazones, or thiazolidinediones
pioglitazone
This medicine is used in the management of type 2 diabetes particularly in overweight patients.
Contradications
Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you have any of these conditions; hepatic impairment, cardiac failure or history of cardiac failure.
Side effects
Some patients might experience visual disturbance and Respiratory infection. Please consult your doctor if you experience any of these symtpoms
Expert Advice
Avoid this medication if:
- You are allergic to this medicine or its contents.
Consult your doctor if:
- You are pregnant, planning to have a child, or breastfeeding.
- You have any sort of digestive problems
- You have a medical history of: Liver diseases, kidney diseases, heart diseases, or bladder cancers.
- Inform your physician about any other medication you are taking.
- You experience weakness in your bones
- You experience breathing difficulties (due to swelling in the lungs)
Be careful about:
- Having your meals on time to maintain blood sugar levels
- Taking the medicine timely, in the way that your physician has prescribed.
- Weight gain, as it is a possible side effect of this medicine.
FAQs
What family of drugs does this medicine belong to?
Can this medicine cause low blood sugar?
This is a possible side effect, but can be avoided if meals are taken regularly. Try to carry sugar or a sugary drink in case you experience lightheadedness, or any other symptoms of low blood sugar.
What do I do if I miss a dose?
You can take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If you remember when it is almost time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose entirely. Do not double your dose to catch up for missed doses.
What will happen if I skip a meal?
If you are not regular with your meals, you may experience symptoms of low blood sugar: Such as palpitation, sweating, dizziness, light headedness etc. In this case, taking sugar can relieve your symptoms.
Will this drug cause swelling?
Using this drug may cause edema (swelling) of the ankles. It may also cause swelling in the lungs, which may lead to breathlessness.
Can this drug be used in the treatment of Poly Cystic Ovarian Disease?
Can this drug be used in the treatment of Poly Cystic Ovarian Disease?
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