Piopill 30 Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Pioglitazone (30mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Dr. Ethix's Product & Services Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Piopill 30 Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Piopill 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.
Piopill 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.
What is the potential side effect of weight gain associated with Piopill 30 Tablet?
Piopill 30 Tablet may cause weight gain, which can be dose-related and potentially due to fat accumulation or water retention in heart failure patients. Monitoring weight in these cases is essential.
Can Piopill 30 Tablet exacerbate heart failure?
Yes, Piopill 30 Tablet can cause fluid retention, which may worsen or accelerate heart failure. This risk is higher when the medication is used with insulin and in patients with a history of heart attack, coronary artery disease, or being elderly.
Can I take Piopill 30 Tablet with metformin?
Yes, Piopill 30 Tablet can be used in conjunction with metformin when adequate blood sugar management cannot be achieved with metformin alone. This combination is suitable for adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and overweight individuals with poor blood sugar control.
What is the recommended dosing schedule for Piopill 30 Tablet?
Piopill 30 Tablet is usually prescribed once daily, and it can be taken at any time of day. Taking it with or without food is acceptable; however, consistency in taking it at the same time each day is crucial.
How long should I take Piopill 30 Tablet?
You should continue taking Piopill 30 Tablet as directed by your doctor. Treatment for diabetes mellitus is typically lifelong, so you may need to take it indefinitely. If you need to stop the medication, consult with your doctor first, as abruptly stopping treatment can cause a rise in blood sugar levels.
Can Piopill 30 Tablet affect liver function?
Yes, Piopill 30 Tablet may increase liver enzymes. If this occurs, treatment should be discontinued. Liver enzyme levels should be monitored periodically while taking this medication. Additionally, patients with pre-existing liver disease should not be prescribed Piopill 30 Tablet.
What type of medicine is Piopill 30 Tablet?
Piopill 30 Tablet belongs to the thiazolidinediones class of anti-diabetic medications. It works by improving how your body uses insulin, making your cells more sensitive to this hormone.
Can Piopill 30 Tablet increase the risk of bladder cancer?
Although rare, Piopill 30 Tablet may increase the risk of bladder cancer. If you experience blood in your urine, pain when urinating, or a sudden need to urinate during treatment with this medicine, consult your doctor immediately. Patients with a prior history of bladder cancer or having bladder cancer should not take Piopill 30 Tablet.
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. Piopill 30 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Piopill 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 Piopill 30 Tablet.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Piopill 30 Tablet.
Breastfeed
Piopill 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 Piopill 30 Tablet
Pregnancy
Piopill 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.
