Glados 15 mg Pioglitazone 30 Tablets

Medication name: Glados Pioglitazone 15 mg Tablets × 30
Drug class: Thiazolidinedione (insulin sensitizer / oral antidiabetic agent)

Use:
This medication is used to improve blood glucose control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus, particularly in patients who cannot achieve adequate control with diet and exercise alone.
It may be used alone or in combination with other antidiabetic medicines such as metformin, sulfonylureas, or insulin.

How it works:
The active ingredient, pioglitazone, belongs to the thiazolidinedione class of antidiabetic drugs.
It works by increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin in muscle, fat, and liver cells, allowing glucose to be used more effectively as energy.
Unlike insulin stimulators, it does not cause the pancreas to release more insulin, which helps reduce the risk of low blood sugar when used alone.

Dosage and administration:
The usual starting dose is 15–30 mg once daily, taken with or without food.
Your doctor may adjust the dose gradually up to 45 mg daily, depending on your blood sugar response.
Swallow the tablet whole with water.
Pioglitazone is designed for long-term management of diabetes and should be taken consistently as prescribed.

Side effects:
Glados is generally well tolerated.
Possible mild side effects include weight gain, swelling of the ankles or feet (edema), and mild upper respiratory symptoms.
Less common effects may include muscle pain, fatigue, or blurred vision.
Serious but rare side effects include heart failure, liver problems, or bladder issues.
Seek medical help immediately if you experience sudden weight gain, shortness of breath, or dark urine.

Precautions:
Do not use if allergic to pioglitazone or if you have heart failure, bladder cancer, or severe liver disease.
Regular monitoring of liver function and blood sugar levels is recommended.
Use with caution in patients with fluid retention or osteoporosis.
Not recommended for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.
Consult your doctor before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Storage:
Store below 25 °C in a dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Keep tablets in their original packaging until use.
Keep out of reach of children and do not use after the expiry date printed on the box.