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  1. Pioglitazone
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    Actos: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects - Drugs.com

    • Actos is a prescription drug that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. Learn about its uses, dosage, side effects, warnings, and interactions with other drugs.… See more

    What Is Actos?

    Actos is an oral diabetes medicinethat helps control blood sugar levels. Actos is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diab… See more

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    Warnings

    You should not use Actos if you have severe or uncontrolled heart failure, active bladder cancer, or … See more

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    Before Taking This Medicine

    You should not use Actos if you are allergic to pioglitazone, or if you have: 1. severe or uncontrolled heart failure; or 2. diabetic ketoacidosis(call your doctor for treatment). This medic… See more

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    How Should I Take Actos?

    Take Actos exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasi… See more

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    Dosing Information

    Usual Adult Dose for Diabetes Type 2: -Patients without congestive heart failure: Initial dose: 15 mg or 30 mg orally once a day -Patients with congestive heart failure (New York … See more

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  1. Pioglitazone
    Pioglitazone, sold under the brand name Actos among others, is an anti-diabetic medication used to treat type 2 diabetes. It may be used with metformin, a sulfonylurea, or insulin. Use is recommended together with exercise and diet. It is not recommended in type 1 diabetes. It is taken by mouth.

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    It’s a prescription drug used together with diet and exercise to help improve blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. Note: You should not take Actos to treat type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Actos basics Actos contains the active drug pioglitazone. (An active drug is the ingredient that makes a medication work.)

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    Actos (pioglitazone hydrochloride) is a thiazolidinedione and increases the body's sensitivity to insulin. Actos is used for type 2 diabetes, not type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Generic Actos is not available in the U.S., but is available in other countries as pioglitazone.

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    What is the mechanism of action of Actos?
    Mechanism of Action - ACTOS is a thiazolidinedione antidiabetic agent that depends on the presence of insulin for its mechanism of action. ACTOS decreases insulin resistance in the periphery ... ACTOS is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

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    Is Actos a generic drug?
    Actos is available as the generic drug pioglitazone. Generics usually cost less than brand-name drugs. Talk with your doctor if you’d like to know about taking generic pioglitazone. If you have questions about how to pay for your prescription, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

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    What is Actos used for?
    What is Actos? Actos is an oral diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. Actos is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Actos is not for treating type 1 diabetes.

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    What are Actos side effects?
    sudden unusual pain in your hand, arm, or foot. Some people taking this medicine have had bladder cancer, but it is not clear if pioglitazone was the actual cause. Common Actos side effects may include: cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sinus pain, sneezing, sore throat.

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    Can Actos be used to treat type 2 diabetes?
    Actos can also be used along with other medications to treat type 2 diabetes. In clinical trials, Actos was tested with metformin (Glucophage), insulin, or sulfonylureas. Sulfonylureas are a class of medications used to treat diabetes. (A class of medications is a group of drugs that work in a similar way.)

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    How many Actos tablets are there?
    ACTOS is available in 15 mg, 30 mg, and 45 mg tablets as follows: 15 mg Tablet: white to off-white, round, convex, non-scored tablet with “ACTOS” on one side, and “15” on the other, available ... Deng, LJ, et al. Effect of gemfibrozil on the pharmacokinetics of pioglitazone.

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    Aug 12, 2022 · Actos (pioglitazone) is a prescription tablet that’s used to control blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes. Learn about side effects, dosage, uses, and more.

  6. Actos

    Generic Name: Pioglitazone

    Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.

    May Treat: Type 2 diabetes mellitus

    Drug Class: Insulin Response Enhancers - Thiazolidinediones (PPAR-gamma agonists)

    Availability: Prescription Required

    Pregnancy: Consult a doctor before using

    Lactation: Consult a doctor before using

    Alcohol: Limit intake while taking this medication

    Driving: May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Use caution

    Manufacturer: TAKEDA PHARMACE

    Precautions

    • Report sudden weight gain swelling, short breath
    • Before use, important to read the Medication Guide
    • Take doses regularly, even when feeling well
    • May take 3 months for full benefit of therapy
    • Check blood glucose levels regularly
    • Diet and exercise will improve therapy response
    • Discuss risk and benefits of this drug with doctor.

    For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice.

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  8. Mayo Clinic
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  9. Medicine.com
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    Actos: Uses, Taking, Side Effects, Warnings

    Actos is a prescription drug that improves blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. It can cause serious side effects, such as heart failure, fluid retention, weight gain, and bladder cancer.

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    ACTOS- pioglitazone tablet - DailyMed

    Oct 25, 2022 · ACTOS is an oral antidiabetic medication that improves glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It can cause or exacerbate congestive heart failure and has other serious adverse reactions …

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