Piomag 30 Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Pioglitazone (30mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Magma Allianz Laboratories Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Piomag 30 Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Piomag 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.
Piomag 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.
Can Piomag 30 Tablet cause weight gain?
Piomag 30 Tablet may cause weight gain, which could be related to fat accumulation. In heart failure patients, it might be due to fluid retention in the body. Therefore, monitoring weight is crucial for those with heart failure.
Can Piomag 30 Tablet cause heart failure?
Piomag 30 Tablet can contribute to fluid retention, which might worsen or accelerate heart failure. Doctors usually start with the lowest possible dose and gradually increase it while treating patients with risk factors for heart failure (previous heart attack, coronary artery disease, older age). Using Piomag 30 Tablet alongside insulin also increases the risk of heart failure.
Can I take Piomag 30 Tablet along with metformin?
Yes, Piomag 30 Tablet can be used in combination with metformin when sufficient blood sugar control is difficult with just metformin. This medication combination is suitable for adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and overweight individuals struggling with poor blood sugar control.
What time of day should I take Piomag 30 Tablet?
Piomag 30 Tablet is usually prescribed once daily, and it can be taken at any time of the day. However, taking it at the same time each day is generally recommended for better consistency.
How long do I need to take Piomag 30 Tablet? Can I stop the medicine for some time?
Continue taking Piomag 30 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Treatment for diabetes mellitus is a long-term process, so it may be necessary to take it for life. If you need to discontinue it, consult your doctor to find an alternative.
Does Piomag 30 Tablet affect my liver?
Piomag 30 Tablet can cause a rise in liver enzymes and treatment should be stopped if these enzymes increase. Regular checks on liver enzyme levels are crucial during treatment with this medication. It's also important to note that Piomag 30 Tablet should not be prescribed to individuals with pre-existing liver disease.
What kind of medicine is Piomag 30 Tablet? Is it like metformin?
Piomag 30 Tablet belongs to the thiazolidinediones class of antidiabetic drugs. It helps control blood sugar levels by enhancing how your body uses insulin, a hormone that regulates blood sugar. This improvement in insulin sensitivity occurs by making your cells more responsive to the insulin produced.
Can Piomag 30 Tablet cause bladder cancer?
Piomag 30 Tablet may increase the risk of bladder cancer, although it's a very rare occurrence. If you experience blood in your urine, pain when urinating or a sudden urge to urinate, promptly contact your doctor, as these symptoms might indicate an increased risk. Piomag 30 Tablet should not be used in patients with a history of bladder cancer or who already have bladder cancer.
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. Piomag 30 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Piomag 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.
- You should continue to exercise regularly
- eat a healthy diet
- and take your other diabetes medicines along with Piomag 30 Tablet.
- Full effects may be visible after several weeks of starting Piomag 30 Tablet. Keep taking it as prescribed by your doctor.
- 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.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Piomag 30 Tablet.
Breastfeed
Piomag 30 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body. Monitor the breastfed baby's blood sugar during treatment with Piomag 30 Tablet
Pregnancy
Piomag 30 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
