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Actosril Tablets 30/2 mg

Actosril Tablets 30/2 mg

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Pioglitazone Hydrochloride›33.06mg / 1 tabletGlimepiride›2mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)셀트리온제약
Appearance
White to grayish-white, convex round tablets
Packaging
28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP packaging x 2)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201309844 · Approved 2013.10.21 · Insurance code 693903490

Summary

Main use
Improvement in blood sugar control for type 2 diabetes
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
The dosage of this medication should be individualized based on efficacy and tolerability for the patient. This medication should be taken once daily with breakfast. 1. For patients whose blood sugar is not adequately controlled with glimepiride monotherapy: Pioglitazone 15 mg may be administered based on the patient's current glimepiride dosage.

Ingredients

Importer
(주)셀트리온제약

Efficacy & effects

Improvement in blood sugar control for type 2 diabetes

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This medication is used to improve blood sugar control in patients with type 2 diabetes. The effects are enhanced when taken together with lifestyle modifications such as dietary control and exercise. The combination of glimepiride and pioglitazone works together to reliably lower blood sugar levels. This helps those who struggle with blood sugar management. Therefore, this medication plays an essential role in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

How to take

Adult dose

The dosage of this medication should be individualized based on efficacy and tolerability for the patient. This medication should be taken once daily with breakfast. 1. For patients whose blood sugar is not adequately controlled with glimepiride monotherapy: Pioglitazone 15 mg may be administered based on the patient's current glimepiride dosage.

Precautions

This medication is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It may put a strain on the heart, so it should not be used in patients with heart failure or severe heart conditions. Additionally, if you experience rapid weight gain, shortness of breath, or swelling in your legs while taking this medication, you should consult your doctor immediately. While this medication lowers blood sugar levels, caution is needed when used alongside insulin, as it can increase the risk of hypoglycemia. Symptoms of hypoglycemia include dizziness, cold sweats, and severe fatigue; if these symptoms occur, prompt action is necessary. It can affect liver function, so liver function tests should be conducted regularly before and during treatment. If liver function worsens, use of this medication may need to be discontinued. For women, this medication may induce ovulation, increasing the risk of pregnancy; therefore, appropriate contraceptive measures should be taken. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant must consult their doctor. This medication should not be used in patients with a history of bladder cancer or active bladder cancer, and any symptoms such as blood in urine or pain during urination should be reported to a doctor immediately. Elderly patients or those with decreased kidney function have a higher risk of hypoglycemia, so dose adjustments and monitoring are necessary. Additionally, this medication may interact with other drugs, so if you are taking other medications, you must inform your doctor or pharmacist. It is essential to follow the prescribed method of administration and dosage while receiving regular blood sugar checks and health assessments during the use of this medication.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Congestive heart failure
  • angioedema
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • dyspnea
  • severe edema
  • liver abnormalities (jaundice)
  • liver failure
  • severe skin reactions
  • severe neurological symptoms
  • urinary abnormalities
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  • bladder cancer

Mild side effects

  • Hypoglycemia
  • upper respiratory infection
  • accidental injury
  • peripheral edema
  • weight gain
  • leg edema
  • headache
  • urinary tract infection
  • diarrhea
  • nausea
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  • limb pain
  • myalgia
  • dental disorders
  • worsening diabetes
  • pharyngitis
  • anemia
  • dizziness
  • weakness
  • vomiting
  • gastrointestinal pain
  • increased liver enzymes
  • itching
  • erythema
  • hives
  • morbilliform or papular rash
  • changes in lens accommodation
  • blurred vision
  • thrombocytopenia
  • thrombocytopenic purpura

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture; therefore, it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. The optimal storage temperature is at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White to grayish-white, convex round tablets

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP packaging x 2)

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