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Basic information about Actos (Pioglitazone)

Actos (Pioglitazone) is widely used for fighting against type 2 diabetes.

As an drug that reduces the amount of glucose in the blood (thiazolidinedione) Actos acts by decreasing triglycerides and increasing the \"good\" (HDL) cholesterol.

It is recommended to store Pioglitazone between 36-86 degrees F. It is advisable to store Actos (Pioglitazone) in dry and dark place, and in a safe place, far from reach of children.

If you doubt about taking Pioglitazone, don't hesitate to ask your nurse. Alternatively you can ask our support - Ask Question

If you overdose this medication call emergency immediately

Warnings and Precautions about Actos (Pioglitazone)

If you have any medical conditions or serious diseases, you should visit your healthcare professional before taking Actos (Pioglitazone).

You should necessarily be aware that almost every drug can lead to side effects if it is taken by wrong schedule, or you have ever had allergic reaction to it.

However, most people do not experience any side effects. Actos (Pioglitazone) is a safe and effective drug that is used in order to treat type 2 diabetes.

Possible side effects are:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

• weight gain, muscle aches, Headache, sore throat.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

• symptoms of liver problems (eg, dark urine; yellowing of the skin or eyes; unexplained nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite; stomach pain.) , Severe allergic reactions (itching, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, hives, rash, swelling of the mouth face lips or tongue.) , symptoms of low blood sugar (dizziness or drowsiness; tremors; increased sweating; anxiety; chills; eg; increased hunger; headache.) , symptoms of heart failure (eg; shortness of breath sudden unexplained weight gain swelling of the hands; feet; or ankles.) , unusual bone pain, blurred vision or other vision changes, unusual tiredness or weakness.

Do NOT use Actos if:

• you have type 1 diabetes
• you have a history of liver problems, including jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), during therapy with a similar medicine called troglitazone
• you are allergic to any ingredient in Actos
• you have moderate to severe heart failure

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Some medical conditions may interact with Actos . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you have swelling problems (edema)
• if you have a history of liver problems, abnormal liver function tests, heart problems (eg, congestive heart failure), or eye or vision problems
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have diabetic ketoacidosis (a severe problem associated with diabetes)

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Actos . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Gemfibrozil, insulin, or oral antidiabetic medicines (eg, glipizide) because the risk of low blood sugar may be increased
• Rifampin because it may decrease Actos 's effectiveness, resulting in high blood sugar
• Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) because their effectiveness may be decreased or the risk of their side effects may be increased by Actos

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