Piozena Plus 500
Rx- Company:
- Drug International Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Tablet
- Pack size:
- Tablet
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৳ 10/unit
Pack: ৳ 10
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At a glance
Metformin Hydrochloride + Pioglitazone is a combination medicine used to improve glycemic control in type 2 diabetes mellitus. Metformin reduces glucose production and absorption, and Pioglitazone increases insulin sensitivity.
Indications
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus - as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control (when combination of pioglitazone and metformin is appropriate)
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- Initial: 15/500 mg twice daily OR 15/850 mg once daily (with meals)
- Switching from metformin monotherapy: 15/500 mg twice daily OR 15/850 mg 1-2 times daily
- Switching from pioglitazone monotherapy: 15/500 mg twice daily OR 15/850 mg once daily
- Maximum: Pioglitazone 45 mg + Metformin 2,550 mg/day
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Nausea
- Loss of appetite
- Taste change
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Edema (peripheral edema)
- Weight gain
- Respiratory tract infection
- Bone fracture
- Blurred vision
Precautions & warnings
- Inform doctor if symptoms of lactic acidosis occur (deep/rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain)
- Monitor blood sugar regularly to avoid hypoglycemia
- Avoid alcohol
- Monitor liver function regularly (do not initiate if ALT >2.5x ULN)
- Caution in history of heart failure or bladder cancer
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.