Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

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  • Contains / Salt: Metformin (500 mg) + Pioglitazone (7.5 mg)
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Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet Information

Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet include Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating, Muscle Ache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 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.

It is also important to note that Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

  • Diabetes Type 2

Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 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: 515 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 15 mg pioglitazone and 500 mg metformin
Geriatric
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 865 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 15 mg pioglitazone and 850 mg metformin

Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?


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

  • Is the use of Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


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

  • What is the effect of Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?


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

  • What is the effect of Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?


    There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Pioz MF. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

  • What is the effect of Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?


    There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Pioz MF. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.



Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

  • Is this Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet together with food.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet


    Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.



Frequently asked Questions about Pioz MF 7.5 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

How does Pioz MF work?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Pioz MF works by decreasing the hepatic glucose production. It also works to lower blood sugar by increasing your sensitivity to insulin and decreasing the amount of glucose that is absorbed from the food you eat.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Pioz MF cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Pioz MF can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). However, this can also occur if you delay or miss a meal, drink alcohol, exercise more than usual, can't eat due to stomach upset, and taking other antidiabetic medicine with metformin. So, regular monitoring of blood glucose level is needed and be cautious of symptoms of hypoglycemia, always keep glucose-rich food with you. 

Question over 4 years ago

How does Pioz MF increase lactic acidosis?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Lactic acidosis associated with Pioz MF treatment is a rare but fatal adverse effect. Lactic acidosis appears to result from biguanide interference causing an increase in production and decrease in clearance of lactate leading to higher cellular lactate levels. A decrease in pyruvate carboxylase activity, the rate-limiting enzyme in the formation of glucose from lactate, can also decrease hepatic metabolism of lactate. leading to increasing lactic acidosis. Signs and symptoms of Pioz MF induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst. 

Question about 5 years ago

Is Pioz MF safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Pioz MF is safe to use, many people have side effects at first, they usually diminish and then go away completely in a few weeks. A few people find they cannot tolerate metformin, there are other drugs but metformin is usually the first choice. It is very safe

Question almost 5 years ago

What are the long term effects of Pioz MF?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

The long-term use can lead to the deficiency of Vitamin B12, which can further lead to megaloblastic anemia. Furthermore, Long-term Metformin use can also lead to kidney and liver problems. 



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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; Glucophage® (metformin hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 275-276

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 825-826

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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