Medication name: Glacera Pioglitazone 15 mg Tablets \u00d7 30
\nDrug class: Thiazolidinedione (insulin sensitizer \/ oral antidiabetic agent)<\/p>\n
Use:
\nThis medication is used to control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus, especially when diet and exercise alone are not sufficient.
\nIt helps the body use insulin more effectively and may be prescribed alone or in combination with other oral antidiabetic agents such as metformin, sulfonylureas, or insulin.<\/p>\n
How it works:
\nThe active ingredient, pioglitazone, increases the body\u2019s sensitivity to insulin by acting on fat, muscle, and liver cells.
\nIt helps these tissues take up glucose more efficiently and decreases glucose production in the liver.
\nBy improving insulin action rather than increasing insulin secretion, pioglitazone provides stable glucose control with a lower risk of hypoglycemia when used alone.<\/p>\n
Dosage and administration:
\nThe usual starting dose is 15\u201330 mg once daily, taken with or without food.
\nYour doctor may adjust the dose gradually up to 45 mg once daily, depending on your blood sugar response.
\nSwallow the tablet whole with water \u2014 do not crush or chew.
\nIt may take several weeks for full benefits to appear, so consistent daily use is important.<\/p>\n
Side effects:
\nGlacera is generally well tolerated.
\nPossible mild side effects include weight gain, ankle or leg swelling (edema), mild headache, or muscle pain.
\nLess common but serious effects may include heart failure, liver dysfunction, or bladder problems.
\nStop taking the medication and seek immediate medical help if you experience sudden shortness of breath, dark urine, or unusual fatigue.<\/p>\n
Precautions:
\nDo not use if allergic to pioglitazone or if you have heart failure, bladder cancer, or severe liver disease.
\nRegular monitoring of liver function and blood sugar levels is recommended during treatment.
\nUse with caution in patients with fluid retention or osteoporosis.
\nNot intended for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.
\nConsult your doctor before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy.<\/p>\n
Storage:
\nStore below 25 \u00b0C, in a dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.
\nKeep tablets in their original packaging until use.
\nKeep out of reach of children and do not use after the expiry date printed on the box.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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