Opam 15 Mg Tablet

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  • Contains / Salt: Pioglitazone (15 mg)
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Opam 15 Mg Tablet Information

Opam 15 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2. Secondary and off-label uses of Opam 15 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Opam 15 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Opam 15 Mg Tablet include Headache, Muscle Ache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Opam 15 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Opam 15 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Opam 15 Mg Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Opam 15 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Opam 15 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Opam 15 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Bladder Cancer, Diabetes Type 1 as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Opam 15 Mg Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Opam 15 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Opam 15 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.



Opam 15 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Opam 15 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

  • Diabetes Type 2

Other Benefits

Opam 15 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Opam 15 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Opam 15 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Opam can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Opam right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Opam 15 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Opam may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Opam, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Opam.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Opam 15 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Opam has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Opam 15 Mg Tablet on the Liver?


    Opam may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Opam 15 Mg Tablet on the Heart?


    The heart can be affected by Opam. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

    Moderate


Opam 15 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Opam 15 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Opam 15 Mg Tablet

  • Is this Opam 15 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Opam 15 Mg Tablet has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Opam 15 Mg Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Opam 15 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Opam 15 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Opam 15 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Opam 15 Mg Tablet


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Opam 15 Mg Tablet and food will interact.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Opam 15 Mg Tablet


    Drinking alcohol while taking Opam 15 Mg Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

    Mild


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Actos (pioglitazone hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 276-277

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1032-1033

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