Pio 15mg Tablet

4.5 (14 reviews)

Pioglitazone (15mg)

🏭 Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 22, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is pio 15mg tablet used for?

Pio 15mg Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps control blood sugar levels by improving insulin sensitivity. It is usually taken once daily with or without food.

Generic Name: Pioglitazone (15mg)
Manufacturer: Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
Prescription Required: Yes

💡 Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.

💊 pio 15mg tablet Uses & Benefits

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📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Pioglitazone (15mg)
Brand Name	pio 15mg tablet
Manufacturer	Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	ANTI DIABETIC
Action Class	Thiazolidinedione(PPAR gamma agonist)
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Room temperature (15-30°C), away from moisture
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

💡 How to Take pio 15mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

Dosage Timeline

🌅 Morning ✅ ☀️ Afternoon ❌ 🌆 Evening ❌ 🌙 Night ❌

⚠️ Side Effects of pio 15mg tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Weight gain
Swelling in legs or feet
Headache
Muscle pain

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Signs of liver problems (yellow skin, dark urine)
Heart failure symptoms (shortness of breath, swelling)
Blurred vision or vision changes

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Bone fractures in women
Macular edema (swelling in the eye)

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
Insulin	Major	Increased risk of hypoglycemia
Sulfonylureas	Major	Increased risk of hypoglycemia
Gemfibrozil	Major	Increased pioglitazone levels
Rifampin	Moderate	Decreased pioglitazone efficacy
Oral Contraceptives	Minor	May reduce contraceptive efficacy

🚨 Major Interactions

Insulin
Sulfonylureas
Gemfibrozil

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Rifampin
Ketoconazole

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Oral Contraceptives
Topiramate

🍽️ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions. Take with or without food. However, maintaining a consistent meal schedule helps control blood sugar.

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

Avoid alcohol as it may increase the risk of liver damage and can affect blood sugar control.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

Liver

Moderate

Kidney

Low

Heart

Moderate

🚫 Contraindications

Do not use in patients with severe heart failure, active liver disease, or history of bladder cancer. Also contraindicated in type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

⚠️ Warnings & Precautions

Pioglitazone may cause fluid retention leading to heart failure, especially in patients with heart disease. It can also cause liver problems; monitor liver enzymes regularly. Weight gain is common. There is an increased risk of fractures in women. Use with caution in patients with edema or heart conditions.

💊 Overdose Management

In case of overdose, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms may include hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) with dizziness, sweating, and confusion. Treatment is supportive.

⏰ Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Certified Buyer Jul 12, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Happy Patient Jul 12, 2026