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Piotrex 15mg Tablet

by Eswar Therapeutics Pvt Ltd
Pioglitazone (15mg)

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Piotrex 15mg Tablet

Introduction to Piotrex 15mg Tablet

It is an anti-diabetic medicine that is effective in the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. 

  • It controls blood sugar levels in diabetic adults. 
  • This drug helps to prevent serious health complications developed by diabetes like blindness and kidney damage. 

Safety Advice for Piotrex 15mg Tablet

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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It should be used cautiously by the patients suffering from liver disease; dose adjustment can be required.

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It is considered to be safe to use by the kidney patients; no dose adjustment required.

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It can be harmful to consume alcohol while running on this medication.

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It does not impair the ability to drive.

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It is unsafe to use this drug during pregnancy; you should consult a doctor before taking the drug.

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It should be used cautiously by the mothers who are feeding their baby, because this drug can pass to the baby through breast milk.

How Piotrex 15mg Tablet works

Pioglitazone is a thiazolidinedione that increases the sensitivity of the body to insulin. Insulin is a naturally found substance in the body that helps to regulate the sugar levels in the blood.

How To Use Piotrex 15mg Tablet

  • Take the dose and maintain the frequency following the advice of a healthcare professional.
  • The entire medicine can be consumed in one go without breaking, chewing or crushing it.
  • Take the drug after having a meal.

Special Precautions About Piotrex 15mg Tablet

  • Monitor Blood Sugar regularly.
  • If you have any heart or liver issue inform your health professional.
  • If you seen side effects like dizziness and drowsiness watch for low blood sugars.

Benefits Of Piotrex 15mg Tablet

  • Used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus.
  • Prevent kidney damage, nerve problems and eye damage.
  • Maintain blood glucose levels and improves overall health.

Side Effects Of Piotrex 15mg Tablet

  • Headache
  • Muscle pain
  • Sore throat
  • Sinus inflammation

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Piotrex 15mg Tablet

  • Use the medicine as you remember to take. 
  • If the next dose is near then Skip the missed Dose. 
  • Do not double up for the missed Dose. 
  • If you miss doses frequently then consult your Doctor. 

Health And Lifestyle

Maintain a balanced diet rich in nutrients. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly, and exercise regularly. Stay hydrated, manage stress, and avoid smoking and excessive alcohol.

Drug Interaction

  • Insulin
  • Gemfibrozil

Drug Food Interaction

  • Alcohol
  • High-Fat Meals

Disease Explanation

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Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a condition of high blood sugar level despite the production of sufficient amounts of insulin in your body. This happens because of insulin resistance, which means the cells become resistant to insulin and are not able to use it effectively. It can lead to symptoms like increased thirst, frequent urination, and fatigue.

FAQ's on Piotrex 15mg Tablet

How long do I need to take Piotrex? Can I stop the medicine for some time?

Continue taking Piotrex as long as your doctor recommends to take it. Treatment for diabetes mellitus is long-term so you may have to take it life long. However, if you have to stop it then consult with your doctor who will suggest an alternative. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor as it may cause blood sugar levels to rise, which could be harmful to you.

What kind of medicine is Piotrex? Is it like metformin?

Piotrex belongs to thiazolidinediones class of anti-diabetic medicines. It helps control blood sugar levels by improving how your body uses a hormone called insulin. This is done by helping your cells become more sensitive to the insulin your body makes.

Does Piotrex affect liver?

Yes, Piotrex may cause an increase in liver enzymes and treatment with Piotrex should be stopped if liver enzymes increase. Hence, levels of liver enzymes should be periodically checked while on treatment with Piotrex. Piotrex should not be prescribed to patients with liver disease.

Can Piotrex cause heart failure?

Piotrex can cause fluid retention which may aggravate or speed up heart failure. The doctor usually starts with the lowest available dose and increase the dose gradually while treating patients who have at least one risk factor for heart failure (previous heart attack, coronary artery disease, elderly). Heart failure is more common when Piotrex is used with insulin.

What time of day should you take Piotrex?

It is usually prescribed once daily and can be taken at any time of the day but preferably at the same time each day. It can be taken with or without food. You should take Piotrex exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Can Piotrex cause bladder cancer?

Piotrex may increase the risk of bladder cancer, though it is very rare. Immediately consult your doctor if you experience blood in your urine, pain when urinating or a sudden need to urinate, during treatment with Piotrex. Piotrex should not be used in patients with a prior history of bladder cancer or having bladder cancer.

Can you take Piotrex and metformin together?

Yes, Piotrex can be used with metformin where sufficient blood sugar management was not possible with metformin alone. This combination of medicines can be used in adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and overweight patients with poor blood sugar control.

Can Piotrex cause weight gain?

Piotrex commonly causes weight gain which may be dose related. The reason for this weight gain could be fat accumulation. While, in heart failure patients it could be due to water retention in the body. Therefore, it is important to monitor weight in heart failure cases.

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Rakshita Garg

M.Pharma

Content Updated on

Tuesday, 9 July, 2024

Prescription Required

Piotrex 15mg Tablet

by Eswar Therapeutics Pvt Ltd
Pioglitazone (15mg)

₹45₹45

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Piotrex 15mg Tablet

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