Bioglita 15mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
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
π 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)
π Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Pioglitazone |
| Brand Name | Adglim P 15mg Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI DIABETIC |
| Action Class | Thiazolidinedione(PPAR gamma agonist) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25Β°C (68-77Β°F); protect from moisture and light. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
π¬ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Selective agonist at peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma (PPARΞ³), increasing insulin sensitivity in adipose tissue, skeletal muscle, and liver.
Mechanism Steps
π‘ How to Take bioglita 15mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
β οΈ Side Effects of bioglita 15mg tablet
β Common Side Effects
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Headache
- Sinusitis
- Myalgia
- Weight gain
π¨ Serious Side Effects
- Heart failure
- Bladder cancer (possible)
- Hepatotoxicity
- Macular edema
β οΈ Rare Side Effects
- Hypoglycemia
- Bone fractures (women)
- Anemia
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
π¬ Drug Interactions
| β οΈ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Insulin | Major | Increased risk of hypoglycemia |
| Warfarin | Moderate | Decreased anticoagulant effect |
| Gemfibrozil | Major | Increased pioglitazone levels |
π¨ Major Interactions
- CYP2C8 inhibitors (e.g., gemfibrozil)
- CYP2C8 inducers (e.g., rifampin)
β‘ Moderate Interactions
- Insulin
- Sulfonylureas
- NSAIDs
βΉοΈ Minor Interactions
- Oral contraceptives
- Calcium channel blockers
π½οΈ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions; can be taken with or without food.
π· Alcohol Interaction
May increase risk of hypoglycemia; avoid excessive alcohol.
π‘οΈ Safety & Warnings
π« Contraindications
NYHA Class III/IV heart failure, Active liver disease, Type 1 diabetes, Diabetic ketoacidosis
π Monitoring Parameters
Blood glucose, HbA1c, Liver function tests, Signs of fluid retention
π€± Lactation Safety
Not recommended; excreted in milk in animal studies.
π Overdose Management
Supportive care; monitor blood glucose; may require dextrose infusion.
β° Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered unless close to next dose; do not double dose.
π¨ββοΈ Reviewed by Expert
π Substitutes for bioglita 15mg tablet
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.