Opam 30 Mg Tablet Information
Opam 30 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2. Opam 30 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Opam 30 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Opam 30 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Muscle Ache. Some other side effects of Opam 30 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Opam 30 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Opam 30 Mg Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Opam 30 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Opam 30 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Opam 30 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. The section on Opam 30 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Opam 30 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Opam 30 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Opam 30 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses
Opam 30 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Diabetes Type 2
Other Benefits
- Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Opam 30 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
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Opam 30 Mg Tablet Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Opam 30 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
- Blurred vision
- Chest Pain
Mild
- Irregular heartbeat
- Weight gain
Common
- Headache
- Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Opam 30 Mg Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Opam 30 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 30 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 30 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Opam has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Opam 30 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 30 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
Severe Interaction of Opam 30 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs
Opam 30 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Opam 30 Mg Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Opam 30 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
- Liver Disease
- Anemia
- Bladder Cancer
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Opam 30 Mg Tablet
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Is this Opam 30 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Opam 30 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Opam 30 Mg Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Opam 30 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 30 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Opam 30 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Opam 30 Mg Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Opam 30 Mg Tablet and food will interact.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Opam 30 Mg Tablet
Drinking alcohol while taking Opam 30 Mg Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Mild
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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
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