Pioglitazone 30 mg + Metformin 500 mg

Pioglitazone 30 mg + Metformin 500 mg — Uses and Benefits

This combination medicine is used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults, usually when diet, exercise, and metformin alone are not enough to control blood sugar.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• To control high blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes
• Used along with diet and exercise as part of overall diabetes management
• May be used with other diabetes medicines if advised by your doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• Pioglitazone makes body tissues more sensitive to insulin, helping cells use glucose better
• Metformin reduces the amount of sugar released by the liver
• Metformin also helps the body absorb glucose more effectively into muscles
• Together they help lower blood sugar through different but complementary actions

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for type 1 diabetes
• Not used for diabetic ketoacidosis, a medical emergency
• Not a substitute for insulin when insulin is required
• Not meant for weight loss or general fatigue without diagnosed diabetes
• Not for use in children unless specifically prescribed

How to Use Pioglitazone 30 mg + Metformin 500 mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually with meals to reduce stomach upset
• Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless advised
• Take at the same time(s) each day to maintain steady blood sugar control
• Continue taking it regularly even if you feel well, as diabetes needs long-term management
• Do not stop or change the dose without consulting your doctor
• Keep taking other lifestyle measures like diet and exercise as advised

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose
• If you miss doses often, tell your doctor

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep in the original packaging until use
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Pioglitazone 30 mg + Metformin 500 mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea or stomach upset
• Diarrhoea
• Loss of appetite
• Weight gain
• Mild swelling in feet or ankles

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Headache
• Muscle pain
• Metallic taste in mouth
• Mild dizziness
• Increased sweating

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Signs of lactic acidosis: unusual muscle pain, trouble breathing, stomach pain, feeling very weak or cold
• Sudden weight gain, swelling, or shortness of breath, which may indicate heart problems
• Yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine, indicating liver problems
• Vision changes or eye pain
• Signs of low blood sugar: shaking, sweating, confusion, fast heartbeat
• Unusual bone pain or fractures
• Signs of an allergic reaction: rash, itching, swelling of face or throat

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Pioglitazone 30 mg + Metformin 500 mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should be used only under a doctor's supervision.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Have known allergy to pioglitazone, metformin, or any ingredient in the tablet
• Have severe kidney disease
• Have severe liver disease
• Have heart failure or a history of heart failure
• Have active bladder cancer or a history of bladder cancer
• Are in diabetic ketoacidosis or a severe diabetic emergency

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have any heart, liver, or kidney problems
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Drink alcohol regularly
• Are scheduled for surgery or an imaging test using contrast dye
• Have a history of bone fractures or osteoporosis
• Have unexplained blood in urine

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Insulin or other diabetes medicines, increasing risk of low blood sugar
• Diuretics (water pills)
• Steroids like prednisolone
• Certain blood pressure medicines
• Contrast dye used in X-ray or CT scan procedures
• Alcohol, which increases risk of lactic acidosis

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

It is best to avoid alcohol as it increases the risk of a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis.

Will this medicine cause weight gain?

Some weight gain and fluid retention can occur with pioglitazone; discuss any noticeable changes with your doctor.

Can I take this medicine if I am pregnant?

• This medicine is generally not recommended during pregnancy; your doctor will suggest a safer alternative like insulin.
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