Pioglit MF Forte 15+850 Mg

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS1126

USA Brand Name

Actoplus Met

Strength

15+850mg

Generic Name

Pioglitazone + Metformin

Manufacturer

Sun Pharma Laboratories, India

## Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) Mg (Pioglitazone+Metformin)

## What Is The Generic Name For Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) Mg?

Pioglitazone+Metformin is the generic version for Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) Mg (Pioglitazone+Metformin)?

Actoplus Met

## About Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) Mg (Pioglitazone+Metformin)

Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg contains active ingredients, Metformin 850 mg and Pioglitazone 15 mg, which is very effective medicine used in the treatment of Type II Diabetes. You may find it at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores but can be given on doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer:

Sun Pharma Laboratories (India) is one of the top leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg.

## Strength:

Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg containinng Metformin 850 mg and Pioglitazone 15mg is also available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) Mg (Pioglitazone+Metformin)?

Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg is used in the treatment of:

Type II Diabetes

## How Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) Mg (Pioglitazone+Metformin) Works?

Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg is an antidiabetic drug which has:

Metformin which basically decreases the increased glucose Levels in the Blood and increase the sensitivity of Insulin, and

Pioglitazone basically increases the body’s sensitivity to insulin, a natural substance that helps control blood sugar levels

## Before You Use Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) Mg (Pioglitazone+Metformin):

Make sure that you are not:

Allergic

Taking Alcohol

Having liver or kidney disease

Having intestinal disorders

Have lactic acidosis problem

Have any other severe disease or abnormality

Pregnant/Breastfeeding

Make sure that your doctor knows about your medical history

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) Mg (Pioglitazone+Metformin)?

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid High Fat Diet

You should avoid delaying of meals

You should avoid other Medicines without prescriptions

WhenNotToUsePioglit MF Forte (15+850)Mg (Pioglitazone+Metformin)?

You should not take Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg if you:

Have ever noticed any allergy due Metformin or Pioglitazone

Have severe Liver/Kidney Disease

Have any Heart Disease

Have Asthma or Breathing Problems

Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

Have severe Intestinal Problems

Are taking any other medication which can react with it causing adverse effects

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy To The Tablet

Have Diarrhea or Septicemia

Have Asthma or Breathing Problem

Have any Heart Problem/Heart Failure

Have Bladder cancer

Have any Kidney or Liver Disease

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

Are Breastfeeding

Tell your doctor about all the pre-existing Diseases, Surgeries, and Medications you are taking.

## Dosage:

Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg contains active ingredients, Pioglitazone and Metformin, used in the treatment of Type II Diabetes . Pioglit MF Forte is available in various strengths and should be given on prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and duration because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person which can be judged by your doctor only.

Adults are advised to take Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg at a fixed time preferably with food or as instructed by your Doctor. It is not recommended for pediatric use.

## How Much Of The Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) Mg (Pioglitazone+Metformin) to Be Used?

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s instructions to take Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg. Do not start taking medicine on your own.

## How To Take The Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) Mg (Pioglitazone+Metformin)?

Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg dose is to be taken at a fixed time preferably with Food (to avoid Stomach Upset) or as directed by your doctor. You should swallow the whole tablet as a whole with water without chewing or crushing it.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) Mg (Pioglitazone+Metformin)?

You are always advised to take Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in smaller or higher dose or for a longer time than recommended. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly as this may cause adverse effects.

## Overdose?

Contact your doctor immediately if you are suspecting an overdose or visit your nearby hospital for an emergency.

## Missed Dose?

You should try to take every dose of Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg at a fixed time regularly. A missed dose of Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg should be taken as soon as you remember. You should skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose but do not double the doses if you missed once as it may cause serious side effects.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) Mg (Pioglitazone+Metformin)?

Nausea/Vomiting

Fatigue

Headache

Weight gain

Blurred Vision

Bone fracture

Respiratory Tract Infections

Frequent Urination

Lactic Acidosis

Chest discomfort

Abdominal Pain

Altered Taste

Belching and Heartburn

Swollen joint

Numbness

Loss of Appetite

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions?

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg. It can produce some adverse effects or may cause your drug not to work properly. You should always inform your doctor if you are on other medication, Herbal Supplements or other Food. It has been reported for the interactions with the following medicines:

Amlodipine

Estradiol

Gatifloxacin

Ketoconazole

Gemfibrozil

Iodinated Contrast Media

Aloe Vera

Insulin injection

This medicine also interacts with disease conditions like:

Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Liver Disease

Congestive Heart Failure

Bladder cancer

Lactic Acidosis

## Warning And Precaution:

Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg is to be used cautiously in conditions like:

Hypersensitivity/Severe Allergy

Liver Impairment

Lactic Acidosis

Surgery/Stress

Fractures

Edema

Ovulation in premenopausal anovulatory women

Excessive Alcohol Intake

Type I Diabetes

Diarrhea

Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Pregnant and Breastfeeding women

Kidney and Heart Diseases

Always consult with your doctor to get best possible treatment as Doses will be adjusted according to the severity and complexity of the Disease.

Do not take/ discontinue the medicine at the time of or before an iodinated contrast imaging procedure in patients

## Things To Remember:

You should go for regular Blood Sugar Test and Liver Function Test (if required)

Always carry some candies to avoid sudden Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose)

Always follow a good diet plan and exercise in routine

Keep out of reach of children

Always read the information written on the leaflet/label of medicine.

Always consult your doctor if you have any confusion regarding dose, time and strength of the medicine.

## Indications :

It is better to do Exercise daily and take planned and controlled Diets with this Medicine. Do not keep on fasting yourself, it will lead to hypoglycemia.

Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this tablet before completion of the course.

## Storage:

Store the Pioglit MF Forte (15+850) mg at room temperature in clean and dry place. Make sure the strips of the tablets should be intact and not damaged.