PIOGLIT

Pioglitazone + Pioglitazone is ppar-gamma + Ppar-alpha agonist

Pioglitazone + Pioglitazone is ppar-gamma + Ppar-alpha agonistSalt

Pioglit 15 Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. This helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness. Pioglit 15 Tablet may be used by itself or along with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to how it is working.Keep taking this medicine, even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.The most common side effects of taking this medicine include headache, sinusitis, muscle pain, and pharyngitis.

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Dosage Form

Tablet

Manufacturer

Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd

Administration

Oral Route

Prescription

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action class: Thiazolidinediones (TZD) and PPAR Gamma Agonistshabit forming: Notherapeutic class: ANTI DIABETIC

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check_circleUses & Indications

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Type 2 diabetes mellitus

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arrow_rightPioglit 15 Tablet helps to control blood sugar level and avoid long-term complications.
arrow_rightTake it only as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
arrow_rightYou should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Pioglit 15 Tablet.
arrow_rightFull effects may be visible after several weeks of starting Pioglit 15 Tablet. Keep taking it as prescribed by your doctor.
arrow_rightMonitor your blood sugar level regularly while taking this medicine.
arrow_rightNotify your doctor if you experience shortness of breath, heart problems, or any abnormal swelling.
arrow_rightYour doctor may monitor your liver function. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms like abdominal pain, yellowing of eyes and loss of appetite.

scienceMechanism of Action (How it works)

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Pioglit 15 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It works by increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin, a natural substance that helps control blood sugar levels.

infoDirections for Use (How to Use)

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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pioglit 15 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

historyMissed Dose Instructions

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If you miss a dose of Pioglit 15 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Exercise

helpFrequently Asked Questions

Can Pioglit 15 Tablet cause weight gain?

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Pioglit 15 Tablet commonly causes weight gain which may be dose-related. The reason for this weight gain could be fat accumulation. However, in heart failure patients it could be due to water retention in the body. Therefore, it is important to monitor weight in heart failure cases.

Can Pioglit 15 Tablet cause heart failure?

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Pioglit 15 Tablet can cause fluid retention which may aggravate or speed up heart failure. The doctor usually starts with the lowest available dose and increases the dose gradually while treating patients who have at least one risk factor for heart failure (previous heart attack, coronary artery disease, elderly). Heart failure is more common when Pioglit 15 Tablet is used with insulin.

Can you take Pioglit 15 Tablet and metformin together?

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Yes, Pioglit 15 Tablet can be used with metformin where sufficient blood sugar management was not possible with metformin alone. This combination of medicines can be used in adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and overweight patients with poor blood sugar control.

What time of day should you take Pioglit 15 Tablet?

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It is usually prescribed once daily and can be taken at any time of the day but preferably at the same time each day. It can be taken with or without food. You should take Pioglit 15 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

How long do I need to take Pioglit 15 Tablet? Can I stop the medicine for some time?

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Continue taking Pioglit 15 Tablet as long as your doctor recommends taking it. Treatment for diabetes mellitus is long-term so you may have to take it lifelong. However, if you have to stop it then consult with your doctor who will suggest an alternative. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor as it may cause blood sugar levels to rise, which could be harmful to you.

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The information on this page has been compiled and reviewed by healthcare professionals and data editors to ensure accuracy. It is for informational and price-comparison purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice.

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MediSaathi Editorial Team

Last Updated

June 21, 2026

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Data Sources & Citations

Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) — Government of IndiaView Source
National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) — Government of IndiaView Source
Jan Aushadhi Scheme — Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana — Government of IndiaView Source

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