Actos 15mg Tablet (Pioglitazone)

Uses of Actos 15 mg Tablet (Pioglitazone)

• Actos 15mg is a brand-name medication that has an active ingredient known as pioglitazone.

• It is classified under the popular drug class named thiazolidinedione (TZD).

• It is approved by the FDA for the treatment of type 2 diabetes in adults upon healthcare providers’ approval.

• It is not intended for type 1 diabetes. Therefore, meet with your doctor to know the other appropriate treatment.

• This medication may also be prescribed for purposes not listed here.

Actos 15 mg tablet comes with the active ingredient pioglitazone and is classified under the drug class known as thiazolidinedione (TZD). The primary function of this medication is to manage/regulate the increased blood sugar levels, which is medically known as type 2 diabetes. It is completely prohibited to use this medication for the management of type 1 diabetes. If you are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, seek medical attention to know the suitable and appropriate treatment. Increased blood sugar levels can trigger a wide range of complications in the long term if left ignored, such as heart disease, kidney failure,  blindness, etc.

To regulate blood sugar levels, the pioglitazone 15 mg tablet primarily functions by increasing insulin sensitivity (a hormone that aids in controlling blood sugar levels by allowing cells to absorb sugar/glucose from the blood to utilize it as a source of energy).

All the health and medical information provided over here is for general purposes only. We in no way can match up to the expertise and judgement of your healthcare provider. Therefore, we would recommend you to always consult your doctor first before taking any drug or medication, to certify the safety and efficacy of it on you.

Before taking Pioglitazone hydrochloride 15mg tablets make sure you inform your doctor about all your medical history and the medicines you have been currently taking, so as to avoid any kind of serious drug interactions.

Also, inform your healthcare provider if you are allergic to any of the component present in generic actos 15mg tablets.

Do not use actos (pioglitazone hydrochloride) 15mg tablet if you have serious uncontrolled heart failure, diabetic ketoacidosis, etc. This medicine tends to worsen congestive heart failure. If you witness shortness of breath, weight gain, or swelling immediately contact your doctor or seek medical attention.

You may experience or witness blurred vision, drowsiness due to low or high sugar levels. It is recommended to not do activities that need you to be alert, such as, driving, using any machinery, etc.

Limit alcohol consumption as well, while you are on Pioglitazone hydrochloride diabetic tablet.

If undergoing surgery, inform your doctor about this medicine beforehand.

Oral pioglitazone 15mg diabetes tablets can also cause changes in a female’s menstrual cycle and increase the risk of pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you can use a birth control pill while on this drug.

This medicine should be used only when needed during pregnancy.

Side-effects of Actos Diabetes Tablet 15mg -

The following are the side-effects of actos medicine;

• Shortness of breath
• Painful or difficult urination
• Changes in your vision
• Sudden unusual pain in your hand, arm, or foot.
• Headache
• Muscle pain
• Cold symptoms such as the stuffy nose, sinus pain, sneezing, sore throat.

Please read all the side-effects before you start using this medicine.

Take this drug exactly as your doctor has directed to.

Take this once a day, with or without food, depending on your comfort and as prescribed.

This medicine is only a part of the treatment, full treatment includes, exercise, diet, weight control, and many other factors.

Keep this medicine away from heat, light, and moisture and store it at room temperature.

It is one of the most recommended antidiabetic medications, which has the following benefits:

• It helps in managing increased blood sugar levels by increasing insulin sensitivity.

• By regulating the blood sugar levels,  it also decreases diabetes-related complications such as heart disease, kidney damage, blindness, etc.

• In addition to the brand name, this medication is also available as a Generic Equivalent, which is pocket-friendly and delivers the same results.

• In addition to the above, it is available as an oral tablet, which can be taken with or without food.

Dosage of Actos 15 mg Tablet (Pioglitazone)

The right dosage will be determined by your medic based on your symptoms and medical history. Also, dosage may vary among users for a variety of reasons. Let’s break down the usual adult dosage for type 2 diabetes:

People without congestive heart failure:

• The initial dose may range from 15 mg to 30 mg once per day.

People with congestive heart failure:

• The initial dose will be 15 mg once a day or as directed by the doctor

Maintenance dose: The maintenance dose could range from 15 mg to 45 mg daily based on glycemic response, as indicated by HbA1c. 

Maximum dose: The daily dose shouldn’t exceed 45 mg orally daily.