Piometar 15/850 mg Tablets

Adult dosage

This medication is generally administered as one tablet per day, divided with meals. The initial dose should be based on the patient's current treatment regimen, with reference to the dose currently prescribed for patients on monotherapy with metformin or pioglitazone. Patients transitioning from combination therapy with pioglitazone and metformin may start at the existing prescribed dose. The maximum dosages for each component are pioglitazone 30 mg and metformin 2500 mg.

This medication helps to control blood sugar. However, during the use of this medication, there is a risk of a serious condition called lactic acidosis. Lactic acidosis is a rare but very dangerous condition caused by excessive lactate buildup in the body and can be life-threatening if not treated. The risk is particularly high in patients with impaired kidney function or with heart disease, as well as in cases of severe infections or dehydration. Therefore, it is essential to regularly monitor kidney and liver functions and to consult a physician promptly if any abnormal symptoms appear. Additionally, it is important to avoid excessive alcohol consumption while taking this medication. This medication can put a strain on the heart, so special caution is needed for patients with heart failure or a history of heart disease. If weight gain or symptoms of edema occur while taking the medication, it is important to inform a physician. Pregnant or nursing women should not take this medication, and caution is also needed in children and the elderly. Furthermore, there may be interactions when taking this medication with other drugs, so it is crucial to inform a physician of all medications being taken. In case of overdose, seek medical attention immediately for appropriate treatment. While taking this medication, it is important to regularly monitor blood sugar levels and conduct consistent assessments of kidney and liver functions to manage health status effectively.

Serious side effects

Severe lactic acidosis, hypoglycemia, severe allergic reactions, severe skin reactions, difficulty breathing or respiratory distress, asthma attacks, liver dysfunction (jaundice), severe neurological symptoms, severe edema or urinary issues, congestive heart failure, significant heart failure, pulmonary embolism, acute myocardial infarction, acute renal function deterioration, sepsis, liver failure, bladder cancer, abnormal blood sugar levels, urinary disorders, urgency of urination

Mild side effects

• Upper respiratory tract infections
• diarrhea
• nausea
• headache
• urinary tract infections
• sinusitis
• dizziness
• peripheral edema
• weight gain
• myalgia

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. It is recommended to maintain the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

White to grayish-white oblong film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP*3)