Pioglitazone Tablets

Pioglitazone Tablets 

Pioglitazone tablets come in three strengths: 15mg, 30mg and 45mg

What are Pioglitazone Tablets?

Pioglitazone is a treatment for type 2 diabetes used with proper diet and exercise to treat high blood sugar levels. It may be used in combination with other medicines for type 2 diabetes.

How does Pioglitazone work as a treatment for Type 2 Diabetes?
 

Pioglitazone works by making cells more sensitive to insulin, which is used to regulate the level of glucose in the body. Reducing insulin resistance makes it easier for sugar (glucose) in the blood to get into the cells.

What is Diabetes?

Diabetes mellitus refers to a group of diseases that affect how your body uses blood sugar (glucose). 

The cause of diabetes varies by type. However, no matter what type of diabetes you have, it can lead to excess sugar in your blood and to much sugar in your blood can lead to serious health problems.

Chronic diabetes: type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes.

Potentially reversible diabetes: Prediabetes and gestational diabetes.

Gestational diabetes: occurs during pregnancy but may resolve after the baby is delivered.
 

Emergency supplys of Pioglitazone:
 

Pioglitazone is a prescription only medicine and an Emergency Supply can only be issued if you are currently being prescribed this medication by your GP for Diabetes.  You will need to fill out a questionnaire, which is then reviewed to make sure Pioglitazone is a suitable treatment for you. You will also need to upload proof that you have used this item before. If your order is approved, your Pioglitazone can be sent directly to you.

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Buy Competact 15mg/850mg Tablets (Pioglitazone/Metformin) here

Warnings and Precautions

Always take this medication exactly as directed by your GP.

Keep out of sight and Reach of children.

If you are taking any new medications even over the counter medicines whilst taking Pioglitazone you should make your GP aware to prevent interactions.

Ingredients:
 

Active ingredients: Pioglitazone

How do I take Pioglitazone Tablets?
 

Pioglitazone must be used exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. If you are unsure contact your GP.

Recommended starting dose is usually:

ONE tablet once a day 

Your doctor may adjust your dose. 

What are the side effects of Pioglitazone Tablets?

Common side effects:

• Blurred vision or other changes in vision

• cough

• dry mouth

• flushed, dry skin

• fruit-like breath odor

• headache

• increased hunger

• increased thirst

• increased urination

• loss of consciousness

• muscle pain or soreness

• problems with your teeth

• runny or stuffy nose

• sore throat

• stomachache

• sweating

• unexplained weight loss

Any concerns or queries regarding any side effects this medicine has caused or could cause you can call your GP or our pharmacist.

If you have any severe side effects seek medical assitance as soon as possible.

Reporting of side effects

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in the above description and patient information leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for “MHRA yellowcard” in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.