Pionorm 15mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Pionorm 15 MG Description
Pionorm 15 tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine. It is used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a condition in which your pancreas does not make enough insulin to control b
lood sugar levels and your body is also unable to efficiently use its own insulin. This causes high blood sugar levels in your body, which can cause medical problems like heart disease, kidney disease, blindness and poor blood flow in your hands and legs. Pionorm 15 tablet contains pioglitazone as the active ingredient. It works by controlling the levels of sugar in your body and making better use of insulin. You should take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dose. Do not miss any dose or abruptly stop taking Pionorm 15 tablet. Before starting this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding. Also, inform the doctor about your detailed medical history, including all the medicines you are currently taking. During treatment, patients are advised to maintain a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise and a balanced diet to get the best possible effect of this medicine.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹53.36 |
You Save | ₹4.64 (8% on MRP) |
Contains | Pioglitazone(15.0 Mg) |
Uses | Type 2 diabetes mellitus |
Side effects | Headache, dizziness, weight gain, blurred vision |
Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
Uses of Pionorm 15 MG
Contraindications of Pionorm 15 MG
- If you are allergic to pioglitazone or any of the ingredients of Pionorm 15 tablet.
- If you have diabetic ketoacidosis (a complication of diabetes along with nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and rapid weight loss).
- If you have any heart problems like heart failure.
- If you have any problems with your liver.
- If you ever had or have bladder cancer.
- If you notice blood in your urine.
Side effects of Pionorm 15 MG
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Weight gain
- Numbness
- Vision changes
Precautions and Warnings of Pionorm 15 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You suffer from liver disease.
- You have any heart problems like irregular heartbeat, heart failure.
- You are suffering from a certain type of diabetic eye disease called macular oedema.
- You notice any type of swelling or have fluid retention.
- You have cysts on your ovaries.
- Pionorm 15 tablet is not recommended in patients below 18 years of age.
Mode of Action of Pionorm 15 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Pionorm 15 MG
- Pionorm 15 tablet should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water.
- Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- Do not consume more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Pionorm 15 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Pionorm 15 tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
- Pionorm 15 tablet should be used with caution along with gemfibrozil (used to lower blood cholesterol) and rifampicin (antibiotic) as it may after its effects. Close monitoring of your blood sugar levels is necessary....
Storage and disposal of Pionorm 15 MG
- Store Pionorm 15 tablet in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
Dosage of Pionorm 15 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
- If you missed any dose of Pionorm 15 tablet, take it as soon as you remember.
- However, if it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
- Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the use of Pionorm 15 tablet?
Q: How to take Pionorm 15 tablet?
- Pionorm 15 tablet should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water.
- Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- Do not consume more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
Q: Can Pionorm 15 tablet be given to children?
Q: What is the content present in Pionorm 15 tablet?
Q: What are the side effects of Pionorm 15 tablet?
Q: When should I take Pionorm 15 tablet?
Q: What is the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes?
Q: Can I take Pionorm 15 if I am taking other medicines?
References
- Pioglitazone Accord 15 mg tablets- Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 03 November 2022]
- Pioglitazone Accord 15 mg tablets- Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 03 November 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 03 November 2022]
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