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Pioglitazone and Metformin - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Pioglitazone and Metformin Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Pioglitazone and Metformin-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Pioglitazone and Metformin brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Pioglitazone and Metformin
Pronunciation : met FOR min and PYE o GLI ta zone
ICD Code : Y42.3 Therapeutic Classification : Antidiabetics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Pioglitazone and Metformin

India :


Asoformin, Bemet-P, Bigan-P, Cetapin-P, Diamet-Pg, Diavista-M, Exeed-Pg P, Exermet-P, Glimestar, Glimestar, Glitafor-X, Glita-M, Glitter-M, Glizone-M, Gluconorm, Glyciphage, G-Tase-M, K-Pio-M, Lita-M, Matce-P 15, Matce-P 30, Matce-Pg 1, Matce-Pg 2, Mefomin-P, Metanorm-P, Mopaday, Mopaday Fo, Mopaday-Hs, P&M, P-Glitz M, Pianorm-M, Pichromet, Piglow-Mf, Piobit-Gm, Piobit-Mf, Piocon For, Piocon Plu, Piodart-Mf, Pioglar-M, Pioglar-Mf, Pioglaz-M, Pioglaz-M, Pioglit-Mf, Pioglit-Mf, Pioglucore, Pioglu-M, Piokap-Mf , Piokare-Ms, Piokind-M, Piolet-M, Pio-M, Pionorm-Gm, Pionorm-M, Pio-Q Plus, Pioriv-M, Piosafe-Mf , Piotyx-M , Pioz Mf, Pioz Mf-G, Piozol M, Piozone-M, Piozulin-M, Pizorad-Ms, Prime Plus , Prime-M , Pye-M , Suglit-Xr, Tgmet-P, Triglynase, Walaphage, Ziglim Plus,Zipio-M 15, Zipio-M 30.

International :


Actoplus Met, Actoplus Met XR.

Why is Pioglitazone and Metformin Prescribed? (Indications)

This combination medication contains oral antidiabetics, prescribed for type 2 diabetes. It is not for treating type 1 diabetes.

When should Pioglitazone and Metformin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with diabetic ketoacidosis, with or without coma, severe kidney disease, bladder cancer and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Pioglitazone and Metformin?

The recommended initial dose is 15 mg/500 mg or 15 mg/850 mg tablet once or twice daily

How should Pioglitazone and Metformin be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Pioglitazone and Metformin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart failure or heart disease, liver disease, bladder cancer, eye problems caused by diabetes, lung problems, thyroid problems, stomach problems, infection, fever, recent injury, history of bone fracture, weak bones, alcoholism, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Follow diet and exercise program as directed by your physician.

• It should not be used in children.

• It may lead to dehydration; drink adequate fluid.

• Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.

• Monitor kidney and liver function, fasting blood glucose, hemoglobin A1c, blood counts, and eye examinations regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Pioglitazone and Metformin?

Most Common - Upper respiratory tract infection, diarrhea, swelling in the extremities, and headache.
Miscellaneous - Urinary tract infection, dizziness, weight gain, muscle pain, tooth disorder, diabetes, and inflammation of pharynx.

What are the other precautions for Pioglitazone and Metformin?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Pioglitazone and Metformin?

Store it at room temperature (25°C).

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