Piomed 15 mg Tablet (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

This medication is administered orally once a day regardless of meals. As monotherapy, it starts at 15 mg once daily, with an increase to up to 30 mg once daily if there is insufficient effect. In combination therapy, it is also administered at 15 mg once daily, and the maximum recommended dosage does not exceed 30 mg once daily.

Child dose

There is no experience with children under 18 years of age, so administration is not recommended.

This medication is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and helps control blood sugar levels by improving insulin resistance. While taking this medication, it may exert pressure on the heart; therefore, patients with congestive heart failure or a history of heart failure should not use it. During the initial treatment or after dose increases, carefully monitor for symptoms of heart failure, such as weight changes, shortness of breath, and swelling. If these symptoms occur, consult a physician immediately. There is an increased risk of hypoglycemia when this medication is used in conjunction with other hypoglycemics or insulin, so monitor for hypoglycemic symptoms closely and adjust doses of other medications as necessary. Edema or weight gain may occur, and these symptoms may improve upon discontinuation of the medication. Due to potential effects on liver function, regular liver function tests should be performed before and during treatment, and inform the healthcare provider immediately if symptoms of liver dysfunction appear. This medication should not be used in patients with bladder cancer or a history of bladder cancer, and any symptoms like hematuria or urinary difficulties should be reported to healthcare personnel immediately. For premenopausal women, this medication may induce ovulation, presenting a possibility of pregnancy; therefore, appropriate contraceptive methods are recommended. Elderly patients or those with impaired kidney or liver function should be closely monitored while using this medication, as they may have a higher risk of adverse reactions. It is advisable to avoid using this medication during pregnancy and consult a physician if breastfeeding. In cases of overdose, there may not be specific symptoms; however, inform healthcare personnel immediately and seek appropriate treatment. This medication has not established safety and efficacy in children, thus should not be used in this population. When taking this medication, keep it out of reach of children and store it tightly closed in its original container.

Serious side effects

Congestive heart failure, symptoms and signs of heart failure (including excessive and rapid weight change, dyspnea, edema), severe edema, urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, high fever with severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough+fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice),

Mild side effects

• Headache
• sinusitis
• myalgia
• pharyngitis
• upper respiratory infection
• abdominal bloating
• weight gain
• hypoglycemia
• urinary tract infection
• back pain

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

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle