Actos 15 mg tablets

Actos 15 mg tablets 30 Warning: Use Used to lower blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes. How to use Make sure to take the medication as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will tell you the amount you should take of this medication and may change the doses depending on your response to the medication and other medications you are taking. Your doctor may prescribe additional diabetes medications to take with Pioglitazone. Take the tablets with food or without. Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water. Take the tablets at the same time every day. If you have an infection or fever, be sure to speak to your doctor immediately. Your doctor may change your diabetes medication dose if necessary. Blood sugar control may take about 2 to 3 months. Make sure to follow a healthy diet and exercise program as recommended by your healthcare provider and regularly check your blood sugar levels while taking Pioglitazone. The recommended initial dose is 15 mg or 30 mg orally once daily. The starting dose should not exceed 15 mg once daily in patients with class I or II heart failure. Your doctor may increase the dose by 15 mg increments if blood sugar control is not achieved, with a maximum dose of 45 mg. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in children to date. Dose adjustments may be made in special circumstances, so always follow your doctor’s or pharmacist’s instructions. If you take more than the prescribed amount, speak to your doctor or go to the hospital immediately. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is time for the next dose. Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the missed dose. Side effects Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may experience: Upper respiratory infection Sinus infection Headache Muscle pain Pharyngitis (sore throat) Variations in laboratory test results Signs of allergy, such as rash Chills, red or swollen or ulcerated or peeling skin with or without fever Signs of liver problems such as stomach pain, nausea or vomiting, unusual or unexplained fatigue, dark urine, yellowing of your skin or eyes, and loss of appetite Swelling and weight gain Fractures (more likely to occur in women, usually in the upper arm, hand, or foot) Signs of hypoglycemia such as shivering, palpitations, sweating, hunger, dizziness Pregnancy and breastfeeding Consult a doctor before starting treatment. Warnings and precautions while using Actos 15 mg tablets Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you experience allergic reactions such as shortness of breath, rash, facial or neck swelling, low blood pressure, dizziness This medication may cause fluid retention that can lead to heart failure. The risk of fluid retention is higher in patients using insulin with this medication. Make sure to talk to your doctor before starting this medication if you have heart problems (such as heart failure). This medication may cause edema (swelling) related to dosage. If this occurs, be sure to inform your doctor. Your doctor may reduce the dose if necessary. This medication may be associated with liver problems. This medication increases the risk of fractures in female patients. This medication may increase the risk of bladder cancer, especially with long-term use. This medication may cause hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels) when given with insulin or insulin secretagogues. High blood glucose levels can lead to diabetic retinopathy (eye swelling). Regular eye examinations are recommended. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take other medications, including over-the-counter drugs, prescribed medications, herbal supplements, vitamins, and dietary supplements. Storage Store at a temperature below 25°C. Keep out of reach of children. Check the expiration date printed on the package.