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Pio-M 15 Tablet SR

Name: Pio-M 15 Tablet SR
SKU: strip of 15 tablet sr
Price: 54 INR
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by Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Salt CompositionPioglitazone (15mg) + Metformin (500mg)

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Introduction to Pio-M 15 Tablet SR

Pio-M 15 Tablet SR should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It must be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. Overdose may lead to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).

Some people may develop common side effects like nausea, loss of appetite, taste changes, stomach pain, diarrhea, edema (swelling) and blurred vision. However, these are usually not bothersome. If these do not resolve or worry you, please consult your doctor.

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects.

Safety Advice for Pio-M 15 Tablet SR

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It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Pio-M 15 Tablet SR.

Pio-M 15 Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Pio-M 15 Tablet SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Pio-M 15 Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pio-M 15 Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Use of Pio-M 15 Tablet SR is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.

Pio-M 15 Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pio-M 15 Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Pio-M 15 Tablet SR is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

How Pio-M 15 Tablet SR works

Pio-M 15 Tablet SR is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Pioglitazone and metformin. Pioglitazone is a thiazolidinedione which works by increasing the bodys sensitivity to insulin. Metformin is a biguanide which decreases the production and absorption of sugar in your body and allows better use of existing insulin. Together, they provide better control of blood sugar.

How To Use Pio-M 15 Tablet SR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pio-M 15 Tablet SR is to be taken with food.