Information About Actos (Pioglitazone)
ACTOS is the brand name of Pioglitazone, a medication primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus.
It helps reduce insulin resistance, which is a key factor in type 2 diabetes. By increasing insulin sensitivity, it allows the body to use insulin more effectively, thereby lowering blood sugar levels.
ACTOS is a thiazolidinedione that improves insulin sensitivity in peripheral tissues such as muscle and fat. It acts by binding to peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPAR-γ), a nuclear receptor involved in glucose and lipid metabolism.
Product Highlights
- Available in tablet form for oral administration, typically in strengths ranging from 15 mg to 45 mg.
- Actos (Pioglitazone) is indicated as an adjunct treatment to diet and exercise to improve glycemic (blood sugar) control in patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus (non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, NIDDM).
- Usually taken once daily, without food, depending on the prescribed dose and individual patient needs.
- Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Key Benefits
- Pioglitazone helps lower blood glucose levels by increasing insulin sensitivity, thereby reducing insulin resistance.
- ACTOS decreases Insulin resistance.
- ACTOS improves glycemic control while reducing circulating insulin levels.
Direction For Use
- Usually taken once daily, without food, depending on the prescribed dose and individual patient needs.
Safety Concern
- Store medications out of sight and reach of children and pets to prevent accidental ingestion.
- Store Pioglitazone tablets at room temperature, typically between 15°C and 30°C (59°F - 86°F).
- Ensure the medication container is tightly closed to protect the tablets from air and moisture, which can affect their stability.
- Check the expiration date on the medication packaging and discard any unused tablets after this date to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Side Effects
- Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
- Vision changes include blurry vision, seeing halos around lights, and vision loss.
- Shortness of breath, sudden weight gain, unusual weakness, or fatigue.
- Liver injury
- Red or dark brown urine, pain, or trouble when passing urine.
Avoid Taking Actos (Pioglitazone)If:
- You have an allergy to ACTOS
- The packaging is torn or has signs of tampering.
- The medicine has expired. It may not work if taken after the expiry date.
