Pokr 30mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Pioglitazone (30mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Aamorb Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Pokr 30mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Pokr 30mg 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.
Pokr 30mg 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 Pokr 30mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Pokr 30mg Tablet can contribute to weight gain, which may be dose-dependent. This is often due to fat accumulation. However, in patients with heart failure, it may result from fluid retention within the body. It is essential to monitor weight closely in cases of heart failure.
Can Pokr 30mg Tablet cause heart failure?
Pokr 30mg Tablet can potentially worsen existing heart failure by causing fluid retention, which may aggravate or speed up the condition. Treatment with this medication is often initiated at the lowest available dose and gradually increased while monitoring patients for risk factors such as previous heart attack, coronary artery disease, or age. Heart failure is more likely when Pokr 30mg Tablet is used in combination with insulin.
Can I take Pokr 30mg Tablet alongside metformin?
Yes, Pokr 30mg Tablet can be safely combined with metformin where appropriate. This combination works effectively for managing diabetes mellitus and is especially suitable for adult patients with type 2 diabetes or those who have difficulty controlling their blood sugar levels while taking metformin alone.
What time of day should I take Pokr 30mg Tablet?
Pokr 30mg Tablet is generally prescribed once daily, and you can choose the most convenient time. It may be taken with or without food as desired. Ensure to follow your doctor's specific instructions regarding dosage.
How long do I need to take Pokr 30mg Tablet, and can I stop using it for an extended period?
It is important to continue taking Pokr 30mg Tablet as directed by your doctor until your treatment plan has been adjusted. Diabetes treatment is typically long-term, so you may need to take this medication consistently for the duration of your life. However, before discontinuing the medication, it's essential to consult your physician as they will be able to advise on alternative medications and help prevent any sudden blood sugar fluctuations.
Does Pokr 30mg Tablet affect the liver?
Yes, Pokr 30mg Tablet may cause an elevation in liver enzymes. If your liver enzyme levels increase while on treatment with this medication, discontinue it as recommended by your doctor. It's important to have regular monitoring of liver enzyme levels throughout your treatment.
What type of medicine is Pokr 30mg Tablet?
Pokr 30mg Tablet belongs to the thiazolidinediones class of anti-diabetic medications. This medication helps manage blood sugar by enhancing how your body utilizes a hormone called insulin. It achieves this through improved sensitivity in cells, allowing them to respond better to insulin produced by the body.
Can Pokr 30mg Tablet cause bladder cancer?
While extremely rare, Pokr 30mg Tablet may increase the risk of developing bladder cancer. If you experience blood in your urine, pain when urinating, or a sudden need to urinate that is beyond normal, seek medical attention immediately. Pokr 30mg Tablet should not be used by individuals with a prior history of bladder cancer or those currently diagnosed with it.
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. Pokr 30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- 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 Pokr 30mg Tablet.
- Full effects may be visible after several weeks of starting Pokr 30mg Tablet. Keep taking it as prescribed by your doctor.
- Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while taking this medicine.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Pokr 30mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Pokr 30mg 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 Pokr 30mg Tablet
Pregnancy
Pokr 30mg 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.
