Kaitos Tablet (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

This medication is taken orally once a day regardless of meals. 1. Monotherapy: Treatment may begin at 15 mg orally once daily, and if not effective enough, it may be increased up to 30 mg once daily. 2. Combination therapy: - If combined with a sulfonylurea, initiate with 15 mg once daily. - If combined with metformin, initiate with 15 mg once daily. - If combined with insulin, use 15 mg once daily.

Child dose

There is no experience with usage in children under 18 years of age; therefore, administration is not recommended.

This medication is used to treat Type 2 diabetes and works with insulin to control blood sugar. This medication can put strain on the heart, so it should not be used in patients with heart failure or a history of heart failure. Signs of heart failure, such as sudden weight gain, shortness of breath, and edema, should be closely monitored during treatment. This medication can cause fluid retention, worsening edema or heart failure; therefore, it should be used cautiously in patients with heart conditions or edema. Patients with a history of bladder cancer or active bladder cancer should not use this medication, and if blood in the urine or urinary difficulties occur during treatment, the doctor should be notified immediately. Patients with impaired liver function should undergo liver function tests before using this medication, and if symptoms of liver dysfunction appear, the medication should be discontinued immediately, and they should be evaluated by a doctor. This medication's hypoglycemic effect is only evident in the presence of insulin, making it unsuitable for patients with Type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. During treatment, regular blood sugar and glycosylated hemoglobin tests are recommended, and any symptoms such as sudden weight gain, edema, or shortness of breath should prompt immediate consultation with healthcare providers. There is a risk of hypoglycemia while taking this medication, so caution is needed when combined with insulin or other hypoglycemics, and patients should be aware of hypoglycemia symptoms and how to manage them. Premenopausal women may experience ovulation stimulation from this medication, increasing the risk of pregnancy, so appropriate contraceptive methods should be used. Elderly patients or those with impaired kidney function should use this medication with heightened caution, and dosage adjustments or regular testing is recommended. Overdose may not show specific symptoms, but if any unusual signs appear, they should inform a healthcare provider immediately. This medication is not used in children, as its safety and efficacy have not been confirmed. When taking this medication, it should be kept out of reach of children and stored securely in its original container.

Serious side effects

Congestive heart failure, edema, signs and symptoms of heart failure (including excessive and rapid weight changes, shortness of breath, edema), worsening heart failure, visible hematuria, urinary difficulties, urgency, bladder cancer, urticaria, stroke, myocardial infarction, cardiac failure, jaundice, exacerbation of liver disease, liver failure, hospitalization due to hypoglycemia, fractures, stroke, severe neurological symptoms, severe allergic reactions

Mild side effects

• Upper respiratory tract infections
• headache
• sinusitis
• myalgia
• pharyngitis
• abdominal bloating
• weight gain
• urinary tract infections
• hypoglycemia
• back pain

This medication should be stored in a container that blocks light and air and kept away from humid areas. Additionally, to maintain the efficacy of the medication, it is best to store it at a temperature between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius, particularly around 25 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

This medication is a white, round tablet.

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle