ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) is prescribed by the physicians for the patients suffering from Type – 2 Diabetes. ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) can be taken in adjunct with diet restriction and exercise with or with out combination therapy of Metformin and insulin. ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) is also prescribed in patients with hyperglycaemia and hyperinsulinemia associated with insulin resistance in Type – 2 Diabetes. ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) is specific for Type – 2 Diabetes only, hence it is not advisable for Type – 1 Diabetic patient. ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) can be helpful in maintaining the good glycemic control if you take regularly. The clinical researches are underway to prove the beneficial effects of ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) in the reduction of the Lipid levels, especially the Triglycerides, which cause the Heart attack and other Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events (MACE).
Who should not take ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride)?
ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) should be used by Type – 2 Diabetic patients only. It is contraindicated in Type – 1 diabetic patient and also those with Ketoacidosis; even it may worsen the disease state. You should not take ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) if you have congestive heart failure because of the fluid retention property of the drug, familial or personal history of heart disease, Liver disease, if you have symptoms of dark urine, vomiting, Anorexia, fatigue, change of skin to yellow colour. According to Food and Drug Administration (FDA), ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) is a Pregnancy category – C drug and it is still unclear whether it is harmful to neonates in the womb. If you are known allergic to ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride), you should consult your Physician. If you are under the age of 18, you should not take ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) with out consulting your health care provider.
ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) Side Effects:
ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) can cause weight gain because of extra fat deposition and also the fluid retention property in the body. This can cause serious effects includes the congestive heart disease. If you have known liver disease, it is not advisable to take ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) which can worsen the disease. If you have no history of known liver disease, you have to consult your physician and do the serum Liver Function Tests (LFT) prior to start the ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride). Women have the chances of unintended pregnancy who take ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) that regulates the ovulation cycle even in the disrupted ovualtory cycle patients. For some women ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) can cause pathological fracture is the upper and lower extremities and the reason is unknown. Other common side effects of ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) are hypoglycaemia (Low Blood sugar level), dizziness and nausea, Macular oedema (eye swelling), and anaemia. Other less severe side effects are the Frontal-sinus infections associated with cold and flu-like respiratory diseases, muscle fatigue and tooth ache, an uncommon side-effect of ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride).
How should I take ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride)?
The recommended dosage for the ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) is 15 - 30 mg daily, when in uncontrolled diabetes up to 45 mg of single dose is prescribed as monotherapy or as combination therapy with sulphonyl ureas like Metformin and with insulin injection shots. ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) can be administered alone as monotherapy or along with Metformin as a combination therapy, if needed for the additive effect with the ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) to get the beneficial results in treatment and management of Type – 2 Diabetes. The following instruction should be followed to take the ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) – 15 - 30 mg (Once Daily): (1) Take ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) first thing in the morning before you eat or drink anything except plain water. 2) Take ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) while you are sitting or standing up. 3) Take ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) with 6 to 8 ounces (about 1 cup) of plain water. Do not take ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) with any other drink besides plain water. Do not take ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) with coffee, tea, juice, milk or other dairy drinks. 4) Swallow ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) whole. Do not chew the tablet or keep ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) in your mouth to melt or dissolve. After taking ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) you must wait at least 30 minutes BEFORE: 1) lying down. You may sit, stand, or do normal activities like read the newspaper or take a walk. 2) Eating or drinking anything except plain water.
Keep taking ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) for as long as your health care provider tells you do so. For ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) to treat your Type – 2 Diabetes or keep you away from the symptoms of the same, you have to take ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) as often and in the way ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) as prescribed by the Physician.
What is the important information I should know about ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride)?
Take ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) can be taken once daily with or without food.
For ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) dosage one must follow his doctor's instructions.
It is important to take ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) regularly to get the most benefit, as directed by the Physician.
Do not stop taking ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) without first talking to your doctor, even if you are feeling well. Even after your symptoms of the Type – 2 Diabetes improve, you may require continuous treatment for quite some time, as directed by the Physician.
Store ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) as per the instructions on the product label.
Keep ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) away from the reach of the children and the pets to avoid accidental exposure.
What happens if I miss a dose of ACTOS (Pioglitazone hydrochloride)?
Take the missed dose of ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) as soon as you remember, during the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and take ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) next day as routine dose. Do not take a double dose of the medication, which may lead to hypoglycaemia (Low blood sugar) and its associated complications.
What happens if I overdose of ACTOS (Pioglitazone hydrochloride)?
If you develop symptoms of light headedness and other symptoms of hypoglycaemia try to take sugar pills or candy at once. It is recommended to seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Where can I get more information on ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride)?
ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) prescribed patients, who try to place an order for ACTOS (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) from an online pharmacy store, can place their prescription order at the CanadaDrugsOnline.com which is an online Canadian pharmacy store.
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