bioglita 15mg tablet - Pioglitazone (15mg) medicine

Bioglita 15mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects

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🏭 Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries πŸ“¦ Varies by brand πŸ’Š Allopathy πŸ“… Updated: Jul 5, 2026
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What is bioglita 15mg tablet used for?

Bioglita 15mg Tablet contains Pioglitazone, an anti-diabetic medication used to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. It works by increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin, helping cells use glucose more effectively. It is often used alongside diet and exercise.

  • Generic Name: Pioglitazone
  • Manufacturer: Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: C
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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πŸ’Š bioglita 15mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Type 2 diabetes mellitus, Adjunct to diet and exercise

Off-label uses: Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

πŸ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Pioglitazone
Brand NameAdglim P 15mg Tablet
ManufacturerBiochem Pharmaceutical Industries
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassANTI DIABETIC
Action ClassThiazolidinedione(PPAR gamma agonist)
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at 20-25Β°C (68-77Β°F); protect from moisture and light.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

πŸ”¬ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionRapidly absorbed; peak plasma concentration achieved within 2 hours.
DistributionDistributes widely in body tissues; volume of distribution approximately 0.25 L/kg.
Protein Binding>99% bound to plasma proteins, primarily albumin.
MetabolismExtensively metabolized in the liver via CYP2C8 and CYP3A4 isoenzymes.
Half-Life3-7 hours (parent drug); metabolites have longer half-lives.
ExcretionPrimarily excreted in feces (55%) and urine (45%) as metabolites.
Bioavailability>80%
Onset of ActionWithin 2-4 weeks for glycemic control.
Peak Plasma Time2 hours
Duration of ActionUp to 24 hours

How It Works

Selective agonist at peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma (PPARΞ³), increasing insulin sensitivity in adipose tissue, skeletal muscle, and liver.

Mechanism Steps

1Binds to PPARΞ³ receptors in adipose tissue, muscle, and liver.
2Activates PPARΞ³, leading to increased transcription of insulin-responsive genes.
3Enhances insulin sensitivity by promoting glucose uptake in peripheral tissues.

πŸ’‘ How to Take bioglita 15mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

Dosage Timeline

πŸŒ… Morning βœ… β˜€οΈ Afternoon ❌ πŸŒ† Evening βœ… πŸŒ™ Night ❌

⚠️ Side Effects of bioglita 15mg tablet

βœ… Common Side Effects

  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Headache
  • Sinusitis
  • Myalgia
  • Weight gain

🚨 Serious Side Effects

  • Heart failure
  • Bladder cancer (possible)
  • Hepatotoxicity
  • Macular edema

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

  • Hypoglycemia
  • Bone fractures (women)
  • Anemia

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

πŸ”¬ Drug Interactions

⚠️ DrugSeverityEffect
Insulin Major Increased risk of hypoglycemia
Warfarin Moderate Decreased anticoagulant effect
Gemfibrozil Major Increased pioglitazone levels

🚨 Major Interactions

  • CYP2C8 inhibitors (e.g., gemfibrozil)
  • CYP2C8 inducers (e.g., rifampin)

⚑ Moderate Interactions

  • Insulin
  • Sulfonylureas
  • NSAIDs

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

  • Oral contraceptives
  • Calcium channel blockers

🍽️ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions; can be taken with or without food.

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

May increase risk of hypoglycemia; avoid excessive alcohol.

πŸ›‘οΈ Safety & Warnings

Liver
Moderate
Kidney
Low
Heart
Moderate
Pregnancy
Category C

🚫 Contraindications

NYHA Class III/IV heart failure, Active liver disease, Type 1 diabetes, Diabetic ketoacidosis

πŸ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Blood glucose, HbA1c, Liver function tests, Signs of fluid retention

🀱 Lactation Safety

Not recommended; excreted in milk in animal studies.

πŸ’Š Overdose Management

Supportive care; monitor blood glucose; may require dextrose infusion.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered unless close to next dose; do not double dose.

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Last reviewed on: Jul 05, 2026

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

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