Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet
Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Composition for Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet
Prescription RequiredPrimary uses of Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet
Potentiallyunsafewith
Alcohol
DISCONTINUED
We do not sell this product at present
Medicine Overview of Piofix MF Tablet
Piofix MF Tablet side effects
Common
Nausea, Loss of appetite, Altered taste, Stomach pain, Diarrhoea, Edema (swelling), Weight gain, Respiratory tract infection, Bone fracture, Blurred vision.
How to use Piofix MF Tablet
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. Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet may cause stomach upset if taken on empty stomach.
Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet may cause stomach upset if taken on empty stomach.
How Piofix MF Tablet works
Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Pioglitazone and metformin. Pioglitazone is a thiazolidinedione which works by increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. Metformin is a biguanide which decreases the production and absorption of sugar in your body and allows better use of existing insulin. Together, they provide better control of blood sugar.
In Depth Information on Piofix MF Tablet
Piofix MF Tablet related warnings
Special precautions for Piofix MF Tablet
Alcohol
CAUTION
Taking metformin with alcohol can cause lactic acidosis and you may experience malaise, respiratory distress, slow or irregular heartbeat, sleepiness, stomach upset, or other unusual symptoms.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation.
Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.
Driving
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is low or high. If this happens, do not drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Use of Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet 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
Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet 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.
Piofix MF 15mg/500mg Tablet 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.
Patient Concerns
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What are you using Piofix MF Tablet for?
Type 2 diabetes
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