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Pioglitazone + Glimepiride

Written By Dr. Lipika Khurana

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma

Last updated 18 Feb 2020 | 11:54 AM (UTC)

Pioglitazone + Glimepiride Uses

Pioglitazone+Glimepiride is used in the treatment of .

How Pioglitazone + Glimepiride works

Pioglitazone + Glimepiride is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines:

Common side effects of Pioglitazone + Glimepiride

Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Weight gain, Upper respiratory tract infection, Lower limb edema

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Medicine brands for Pioglitazone + Glimepiride

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

₹168 to ₹168

Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹80 to ₹105

USV Private Limited

Fidelity Lifesciences Pvt Ltd

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Mits Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Expert advice for Pioglitazone + Glimepiride

Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
Take it with the first main meal of the day (usually breakfast).
It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxiety.
Inform your doctor if you notice weight gain, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat, or any abnormal swelling.
Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).