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Metformin + Pioglitazone is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Metformin + Pioglitazone safe for pregnant women?
Metformin + Pioglitazone may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Metformin + Pioglitazone, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Metformin + Pioglitazone safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Metformin + Pioglitazone. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Metformin + Pioglitazone on the Kidneys?
Metformin + Pioglitazone rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metformin + Pioglitazone on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Metformin + Pioglitazone. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Metformin + Pioglitazone on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Metformin + Pioglitazone. 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.
Metformin + Pioglitazone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metformin + Pioglitazone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metformin + Pioglitazone habit forming or addictive?
Metformin + Pioglitazone is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Metformin + Pioglitazone
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Metformin + Pioglitazone with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metformin + Pioglitazone
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Metformin + Pioglitazone are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Yes, Metformin + Pioglitazone commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Metformin + Pioglitazone with your meal and increase the dose gradually.
Yes, you can take Metformin + Pioglitazone with gliclazide, no harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, it is not necessary that no interaction can happen between these two. But before taking such kind of combination you must consult your doctor.
Metformin + Pioglitazone increases the sensitivity of insulin, young women with PCOS often have elevated insulin levels and are more likely to develop diabetes. It is often prescribed for women with PCOS to help prevent diabetes. A lifestyle that includes healthy nutrition and daily exercise is the most important part of a PCOS treatment plan.
Yes, Metformin + Pioglitazone can be taken with the statin. There is no serious or harmful interaction have been observed between them. Some studies say that it's possible your blood sugar (blood glucose) level may increase when you take a statin, which may lead to developing type 2 diabetes. The risk is small but important enough that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning on statin labels regarding blood glucose levels and diabetes.
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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