Pioridon Tablets 15 mg (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

This medication is taken orally once daily regardless of meals. It can be initiated as a monotherapy at 15 mg once daily, and if the effect is insufficient, it can be increased up to 30 mg once daily. In combination therapy, 15 mg is also administered once daily. The maximum recommended dose should not exceed 30 mg once daily.

Child dose

There is no experience in using it in minors under 18 years old, so administration is not recommended.

This medication helps in the blood sugar control of patients with type 2 diabetes. Caution should be exercised as this medication may put stress on the heart and should not be used in patients with heart failure. Patients with symptoms of heart failure or a history of heart failure should be aware that their condition may worsen upon taking this medication. If symptoms such as edema or shortness of breath appear, consult a doctor immediately as this medication can cause fluid retention and affect heart function. Patients with a history of bladder cancer or those currently experiencing bladder cancer should not use this medication. Patients with poor liver function or severely impaired kidney function must consult a doctor before taking this medication. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should consult with a doctor before taking this medication, and careful consideration should also be given if breastfeeding. The risk of hypoglycemia increases when this medication is used with other hypoglycemic agents or insulin, so patients should be alert to symptoms of hypoglycemia and may need to adjust the dosage of other medications as necessary. Additionally, patients taking this medication should regularly monitor blood sugar levels, liver function, and kidney function, and report any symptoms such as weight gain, edema, or shortness of breath to their doctor immediately. This medication has not been established for safety and efficacy in children or adolescents under 18 years of age, thus it is not recommended for use in this group. Caution is advised when administering to elderly patients, especially those over 75 years old. In the case of overdose, even if there are no specific symptoms, inform medical personnel immediately to receive appropriate treatment. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and kept in its original container to prevent misuse or degradation of quality.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• difficulty breathing
• congestive heart failure
• edema
• heart failure
• liver abnormalities (jaundice)
• sudden and severe headache
• stroke
• bladder cancer

Mild side effects

• Upper respiratory infection
• headache
• sinusitis
• muscle pain
• pharyngitis
• abdominal distension
• weight gain
• hypoglycemia
• urinary tract infection
• diarrhea

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, therefore it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is advisable to maintain storage temperatures between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This will help to preserve the efficacy and safety of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

White round tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle