Piomed 15 Mg Tablet

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

    Piomed 15 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2. Other than this, Piomed 15 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

    Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Piomed 15 Mg Tablet. 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.

    The most common side effects of Piomed 15 Mg Tablet are Headache, Muscle Ache. Some other side effects of Piomed 15 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Piomed 15 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

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

    Piomed 15 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Bladder Cancer, Diabetes Type 1 are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Piomed 15 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

    Drug interactions for Piomed 15 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

    In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Piomed 15 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



    Piomed 15 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

    Piomed 15 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

    Main Benefits

    • Diabetes Type 2

    Other Benefits

    Piomed 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


    Piomed 15 Mg Tablet Side Effects

    Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Piomed 15 Mg Tablet is used -

    Moderate

    Mild

    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Weight gain

    Common

    Piomed 15 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

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


      Piomed may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Piomed again without your doctor's advice.

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


      If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Piomed. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

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


      Very few cases of side effects of Piomed on kidney have been reported.

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


      Piomed can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

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


      The heart can be affected by Piomed. 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


    Piomed 15 Mg Tablet Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Piomed 15 Mg Tablet

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


      Piomed 15 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

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


      Piomed 15 Mg Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but consume Piomed 15 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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


      No, the use of Piomed 15 Mg Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

      No

    Piomed 15 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Piomed 15 Mg Tablet


      There is no information on the effects of taking Piomed 15 Mg Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

      Unknown
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Piomed 15 Mg Tablet


      Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Piomed 15 Mg Tablet at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

      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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