What is the generic name?

PIOGLITAZONEHYDROCHLORIDE

What is the Trade Name for PIOGLITAZONEHYDROCHLORIDE?

PIOGLITAZONEHYDROCHLORIDE

What are the Indications for PIOGLITAZONEHYDROCHLORIDE?

• 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Pioglitazone tablets are a thiazolidinedione and an agonist for peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR) gamma indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus in multiple clinical settings. (1, 14) Important Limitation of Use: ‚Äì Not for treatment of type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. (1) Monotherapy and Combination Therapy Pioglitazone tablets are indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus in multiple clinical settings [see Clinical Studies (14)] . Important Limitation of Use Pioglitazone tablets exert its antihyperglycemic effect only in the presence of endogenous insulin. Pioglitazone tablets 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 (5.3)] .

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