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Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER 10.0 tablet er in 1 strip

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Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER is a product of Abbott

Composition: Pioglitazone (15mg) + Metformin (500mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 83.44

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All Details About Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER

Description:

Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medicine is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps in proper utilisation of insulin, thereby lowering the blood sugar level.

Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It must be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. Overdose may lead to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).

Some people may develop common side effects like nausea, loss of appetite, taste changes, stomach pain, diarrhea, and edema (swelling). However, these are usually not bothersome. If these do not resolve or worry you, please consult your doctor.

Earlier taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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. Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER is to be taken with food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Piobit MF

  • Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
  • Diarrhea
  • Edema (swelling)
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Sinus infection

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

FAQs:

What is Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER used for?

Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER is used to help control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. It works best when combined with a proper diet and regular exercise, especially in people who have not responded well to a single diabetes medication, such as metformin or pioglitazone alone.

Can Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER cause low blood sugar?

While Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER rarely causes low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) on its own, the risk increases if it is taken with insulin or other diabetes medicines. Symptoms of low blood sugar may include dizziness, sweating, or shakiness. Forever carry a quick sugar source like glucose tablets or candy.

Who should not take Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER?

Individuals should not take Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER if they have heart failure, liver or kidney disease, bladder cancer, or a history of alcohol abuse. It is also not safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

What are the serious side effects of Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER?

Earnest side effects of Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER may include lactic acidosis (a rare but life-threatening buildup of acid in the blood), fluid retention or swelling, fractures, or vision problems. Perceivek medical help immediately if you feel very weak, have muscle pain, trouble breathing, or an irregular heartbeat.

What precautions should elderly patients take with Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER?

Older adults should use Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER with caution, as they may be more sensitive to side effects like lactic acidosis, bone fractures, and fluid retention. Your doctor may adjust the dose carefully.

What should I do before surgery or any body scans?

Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Piobit MF 15mg/500mg Tablet ER before surgery or any test using contrast dye (like CT scans), as it can temporarily affect kidney function and increase the risk of lactic acidosis. Your doctor will tell you when it is safe to restart this medicine.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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