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Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's is used to treat type 2 (non-insulin-dependent) diabetes mellitus. It contains Pioglitazone, which helps control the sugar level in your blood when you have type 2 diabetes by helping your body make better use of the insulin it produces. It may cause common side effects such as upper respiratory tract infection, headache, sinusitis, myalgia (muscle pain), and pharyngitis. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's
Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's is an anti-diabetic medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes is an illness where the body doesn't make enough insulin, or the insulin that it makes doesn't work properly. This is diabetes that usually develops in adulthood.
Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's contains pioglitazone, which helps control the sugar level in your blood when you have type 2 diabetes by helping your body make better use of the insulin it produces.
The most common side effects of Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's are upper respiratory tract infection, headache, sinusitis, myalgia (muscle pain), and pharyngitis. Most of these side effects of Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. Please consult your doctor if these side effects become troublesome.
Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's should not be stopped even if you feel better without consulting your doctor. Please inform your doctor if you have any heart disease, are or are planning to get pregnant or are breastfeeding. The safety and efficacy of Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's in children under 18 years have not been established, so it should not be given to them.
Uses of Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's
Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's is used in the treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus. The detailed uses of Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's are as follows:
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You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's to avoid unpleasant side-effects.
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Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's is not generally recommended in pregnancy. It's not clear whether pioglitazone can harm your unborn baby. It is highly recommended to consult your doctor before taking this drug in case you are pregnant.
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It is highly recommended to consult your doctor before taking Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's.
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Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's will not affect your ability to drive or use machines but take care if you experience abnormal vision.
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Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions.
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Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
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The safety and efficacy of Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's in children have not been established. Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's is not recommended in children.
Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's is used to treat type 2 (non-insulin-dependent) diabetes mellitus. It helps control the sugar level in your blood by helping your body make better use of the insulin it produces.
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.
Hypoglycemia refers to low blood sugar levels, and it is one of the side effects of Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's. 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.
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 doctor as it can be a condition of type 2 diabetes.
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.
If you have or have ever had urinary bladder cancer, diabetic eye disease (retinopathy), or kidney or liver disease, avoid use of Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's. If it is urgent consult with the doctor.
Swallow the tablet whole with a drink of water. Do not chew it. Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's can be taken with or without food.
The safety and efficacy of Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's in children under 18 years have not been established, so it should not be given to them.
Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's contains Pioglitazone, which helps control the sugar level in your blood when you have type 2 diabetes by helping your body make better use of the insulin it produces.
The most common side effects of Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's are upper respiratory tract infection, headache, sinusitis, myalgia (muscle pain), and pharyngitis. Most of these side effects of Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. Please consult your doctor if these side effects become troublesome.
You can take Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's at any time with or without food, for example, in the morning or the evening. Try to take it at the same time every day.
Some people increase body fat after using pioglitazone. This can make them gain weight. To avoid gaining too much weight, try to eat a healthy balanced diet while keeping your portion sizes consistent. Regular exercise will also help to maintain your weight.
Pioglitazone-induced heart failure is known in patients with underlying heart disease but is not well documented in patients with normal. Please discuss with your doctor if you have underlying heart disease before taking Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's.
Yes, Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's and metformin combination is used with proper diet and exercise to treat high blood sugar levels caused by type 2 diabetes.
You can take Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's at any time with or without food, for example, in the morning or the evening. Try to take it at the same time every day.
Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's is used to treat diabetes. Diabetes therapy is usually lifelong. Do not discontinue taking pioglitazone without consulting your doctor. If you stop taking pioglitazone suddenly, your blood sugar levels can drop. If you want to discontinue taking your medication, consult your doctor. They may be able to recommend an alternative treatment for your diabetes.
Patients should avoid self-discontinuing diabetes medication when symptoms improve because symptoms may not reflect the actual condition. Doing so is very dangerous, not controlling blood sugar and making complications appear early. However, a person can stop using this drug safely if they can effectively manage their Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) through sustainable lifestyle changes. Please discuss this with your doctor for personalized guidance.
Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's is usually safe to take for a long time. Your doctor will give you regular tests to check whether it's OK for you to continue taking it.
Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor. So, let your doctor know about your medical condition.
Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's is an anti-diabetic medicine belonging to the class of thiazolidinedione (TZD), also called glitazones, used to treat type 2 (non-insulin-dependent) diabetes mellitus.
Pioglitazone, a thiazolidinedione, improves glycemic control in type 2 diabetics by enhancing peripheral insulin sensitivity, whereas metformin, a biguanide, works mostly by lowering hepatic glucose production.
Pioglitazone may raise bladder cancer risk in a dose- and time-dependent way, according to current research. Patients with long-term and high-dose pioglitazone exposure should be frequently examined for bladder cancer.
Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's may be used alone or with other medicines, such as insulin, metformin, or sulfonylurea agents. Before using Glitanir 15 Tablet 15's along with other medications, check with your doctor. The doctor will check for potential interactions and guide you through the process of taking them if necessary.
To avoid potential interactions and minimise side effects, before using this medication, you should inform your doctor about your medical history, including any ongoing medicines.
Pioglitazone is not suggested during pregnancy because there is limited information on its safety. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, consult your doctor, as they will need to reassess your treatment. They will be able to recommend a different prescription that is safe for you to take throughout pregnancy.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep out of sight and reach of children.
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