What is the generic name?

PIOGLITAZONE AND METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE

What is the Trade Name for PIOGLITAZONE AND METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE?

Actoplus Met XR

What are the Indications for PIOGLITAZONE AND METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE?

• 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ACTOPLUS MET XR is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus when treatment with both pioglitazone and metformin is appropriate [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . Important Limitations of Use Pioglitazone exerts its antihyperglycemic effect only in the presence of endogenous insulin. ACTOPLUS MET XR should not be used to treat type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis, as it would not be effective in these settings. Use caution in patients with liver disease [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )]. ACTOPLUS MET XR is a thiazolidinedione and biguanide combination product indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus when treatment with both pioglitazone and metformin is appropriate. ( 1 ) Important Limitations of Use: ‚Ä¢ Not for treatment of type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. ( 1 )

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