K-Pio 30 Tablet (PIOGLITAZONE)
Introduction to K-Pio 30 Tablet
The K-Pio 30 Tablet is a medication primarily used to help manage blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. It is not suitable for individuals with type 1 diabe... See More
What is K-pio 30 tablet?
K-pio 30 tablet is a medication used to control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes.
What is the usual dose of K-pio 30 tablet?
K-pio 30 tablet comes in pills of 15mg, 30mg, and 45mg. Doctors don't usually prescribe it for kids. The right dose for adults isn't listed here, so you must ask your doctor.
How do I take K-pio 30 tablet?
Take one K-pio 30 tablet tablet every day. It doesn't matter if you take it with or without food. You don't need to change your diet because of this medicine.
For how long do I take K-pio 30 tablet?
K-pio 30 tablet is usually taken long-term as prescribed by a doctor.
What is K-pio 30 tablet used for?
K-pio 30 tablet tablets help manage blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. They work best when combined with a healthy diet and exercise. They are *not* used for type 1 diabetes or a serious diabetes complication called diabetic ketoacidosis. People with liver problems should use them carefully, under a doctor's close supervision.
How long does it take for K-pio 30 tablet to start working?
The medicine K-pio 30 tablet works to lower blood sugar. It takes about a week for the right amount of medicine to be in the body. In a long study (26 weeks), people taking different doses of K-pio 30 tablet (15, 30, and 45 mg daily) had better blood sugar levels compared to people taking a dummy pill (placebo).
Is K-pio 30 tablet effective?
K-pio 30 tablet is a medicine that helps your body use insulin better. Insulin helps sugar get into your cells for energy. Studies show that taking K-pio 30 tablet, either alone or with other diabetes medicines like metformin or insulin, lowers blood sugar levels.
How does one know if K-pio 30 tablet is working?
Studies showed that the medicine K-pio 30 tablet helped people with type 2 diabetes lower their blood sugar levels. Compared to a sugar pill or other diabetes medicines, K-pio 30 tablet improved blood sugar readings (HbA1c and FPG) whether it was used alone or with other diabetes medications.
How does K-pio 30 tablet work?
K-pio 30 tablet is a diabetes medicine that helps your body use its own insulin better. It works by making your liver and muscles more sensitive to insulin, so they can take in more sugar from your blood. This happens because it activates special receptors that control how your body handles sugar and fat. Importantly, it needs your body to already be making insulin for it to work; it won't lower blood sugar on its own.
Who should avoid taking K-pio 30 tablet?
K-pio 30 tablet is a medicine with serious possible side effects. It can worsen heart problems, cause swelling and weight gain from fluid buildup, and increase the risk of bladder cancer. Don't take it if you have severe heart problems or allergies to its ingredients. If you experience swelling, trouble breathing, rapid weight gain, unusual tiredness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, fatigue, loss of appetite, dark urine, or blood in your urine, tell your doctor right away.
Can I take K-pio 30 tablet with vitamins or supplements?
Generally safe, but consult your doctor as supplements like St. John’s Wort may interfere.
Can I take K-pio 30 tablet with other prescription drugs?
K-pio 30 tablet is a medicine affected by other medications. Some medicines, like gemfibrozil and ketoconazole, make much more K-pio 30 tablet stay in the body. Others, like rifampin, make less K-pio 30 tablet stay in the body. Warfarin and digoxin are also slightly affected, with warfarin levels going down a little and digoxin levels going up a little. This means the doses of other medications may need to be adjusted when taken with K-pio 30 tablet to avoid problems.
Can K-pio 30 tablet be taken safely while pregnant?
It’s not typically recommended during pregnancy. Consult your doctor.
Can K-pio 30 tablet be taken safely while breastfeeding?
We don't know if the medicine K-pio 30 tablet passes into breast milk, how it might affect a baby, or if it changes how much milk a mother makes. Animal studies aren't always a good guide for what happens in humans. Doctors need to weigh the benefits of breastfeeding against the mother's need for the medicine and any possible risks to the baby.
Is K-pio 30 tablet safe for the elderly?
In older adults, the body processes K-pio 30 tablet a little differently and slower than in younger adults. While it stays in their system longer, and at slightly higher levels, this difference isn't a big enough deal to cause problems. However, doctors don't know enough about how it works in children, so it's not given to them.
How should I store K-pio 30 tablet?
Keep the medicine in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight. Make sure the container is closed tightly.
Does K-pio 30 tablet make people tired or drowsy?
Tiredness is a possible side effect but not very common.
Does K-pio 30 tablet cause stomach upset?
Yes, it may cause mild stomach upset in some people.
Does K-pio 30 tablet affect sleep?
It’s not known to directly affect sleep.
Does K-pio 30 tablet make it hard to think or concentrate?
No, this is not a typical side effect.
Does K-pio 30 tablet affect mood?
Mood changes are not commonly reported.
Does K-pio 30 tablet interfere with sexual function?
It does not directly interfere with sexual function.
Does K-pio 30 tablet affect appetite?
It may increase appetite in some cases.
Does K-pio 30 tablet cause weight gain?
The medicine K-pio 30 tablet can make you gain weight. This is because it can cause your body to hold onto extra water and store more fat. A study showed people taking it gained, on average, about 8 pounds more than those taking a sugar pill. If you gain weight quickly or notice swelling, tell your doctor right away.
Does K-pio 30 tablet cause headaches?
Some people taking the medicine K-pio 30 tablet get headaches. If you get a headache while taking this medicine, talk to your doctor.
Does K-pio 30 tablet limit driving?
K-pio 30 tablet can sometimes cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Low blood sugar makes you feel dizzy and lightheaded, which isn't safe for driving. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded while driving, stop driving right away and call your doctor.
Is it safe to drink alcohol while taking K-pio 30 tablet?
Alcohol may increase the risk of low blood sugar. Use with caution.
Is it safe to drink coffee or tea while taking K-pio 30 tablet?
Yes, these do not interfere with the drug.
Is it safe to exercise while taking K-pio 30 tablet?
K-pio 30 tablet helps control blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes, but it's best used with diet and exercise. It can cause swelling and weight gain, which might make it harder to exercise. Also, it can make heart problems worse, so you might not be able to exercise as much if you have heart issues.
What are K-pio 30 tablet possible harms and risks?
K-pio 30 tablet can cause common problems like stuffy nose, headache, and sore throat. More serious problems, though rare, include heart failure, swelling, and broken bones. It can also cause muscle aches, sore throat, and low blood sugar (which feels like dizziness, shakiness, or hunger). There's also a slightly increased risk of bladder cancer.
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