PIOGLIT GF TABLET is an antidiabetic drug used along with a proper diet and exercise to control high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) in patients with type 2 diabetes. PIOGLIT GF TABLET works by helping to restore your body's appropriate response to insulin, thereby lowering your blood sugar. PIOGLIT GF TABLET may be used on its own in patients who are unable to take metformin and where treatment with diet and exercise has failed to control blood sugar. As PIOGLIT GF TABLET helps to control the high blood sugar levels in the body, so it prevents the risk of blindness, nerve problems, kidney damage and other serious medical issues like a heart attack.

FAQs

Does PIOGLIT GF TABLET cause low blood sugar?

PIOGLIT GF TABLET is used to lower the blood sugar however if your sugar level gets reduced to a very low level and you start experiencing symptoms including hunger, sweating, dizziness, headache and feeling shaky. To treat such a condition, it is suggested to keep a fast-acting source of sugar in your bag that include hard candy, raisins and non-diet soda and consult your doctor immediately.

I am pregnant, can I take PIOGLIT GF TABLET?

Controlling blood sugar in pregnancy becomes very important as it may cause complications in both mother and unborn child. However, the PIOGLIT GF TABLET should be stopped before few days of the due date, your doctor may switch to other medication.

Does PIOGLIT GF TABLET increase the chance of pregnancy?

PIOGLIT GF TABLET increases the chances of ovulation even if the woman is at her premenopause stage or not getting her regular periods, so it is advised to use an effective birth control method while taking PIOGLIT GF TABLET.

In which conditions, PIOGLIT GF TABLET should not be used?

PIOGLIT GF TABLET should not be used in certain medical conditions that include diabetic ketoacidosis (dangerously high blood sugar levels), severe heart failure and active bladder cancer.

I am taking colesevelam for reducing high cholesterol in the body, can I take PIOGLIT GF TABLET?

Colesevelam may reduce the absorption of PIOGLIT GF TABLET, so it is advised to take PIOGLIT GF TABLET at least 4 hours before taking colesevelam.

Is it possible that type-2 diabetes can occur in children?

Type-2 diabetes generally does not affect healthy children and teens, but it may affect children who are obese, which is also known as Childhood Obesity.

What is hypoglycemia and can PIOGLIT GF TABLET cause hypoglycemia?

Hypoglycemia refers to low blood sugar levels and it is one of the side effects of PIOGLIT GF TABLET. Hypoglycemia can occur if you miss or delay your food, drink alcohol, over-exercise or take other antidiabetic medicine along with this medicine. It is important to monitor blood sugar levels regularly.

How will I know that I am suffering from diabetes?

If you have symptoms like increased hunger, increased thirst, frequent urination (usually at night), unexplained weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision, slow wound/sores healing and frequent infections, contact the doctor as it can be a condition of diabetes.

If my blood sugar level suddenly drop down, then what should I do?

In case you feel that your blood sugar level is going down and you are feeling weak, immediately eat sugar candies or drink sugary beverages. It will help to balance the blood sugar level in your body. So, it is advisable to keep sugar candies with you and consult your doctor immediately.