Pioglitazone + Teneligliptin

Dosage Forms Available

• Pioglitazone + Teneligliptin is available for oral use in the form of tablets.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This combination medicine is recommended for adults only. It is not suitable for children and adolescents under 18 years of age.

Contraindications

• Pioglitazone + Teneligliptin cannot be prescribed to patients who display hypersensitivity to either Pioglitazone or Teneligliptin.

• This medication is not recommended for patients with diabetic ketoacidosis.

• The use of this medicine is contraindicated in individuals who have experienced severe hypersensitivity reactions to DPP-4 inhibitors in the past.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Pioglitazone and Teneligliptin may interact with several medications, including other antidiabetic agents (such as metformin or sulfonylureas), insulin, and medications that affect liver enzymes (like rifampin or ketoconazole).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Pioglitazone + Teneligliptin may result in various symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and dizziness. In case of suspected overdose, immediate medical help should be sought.

• If you miss a dose of Pioglitazone + Teneligliptin, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule. Do not double up on doses.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless, resolving when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• Drinking plenty of fluids might help in managing side effects such as diarrhoea.

• Resting and avoiding intense physical activities may help manage joint pain.

• If you feel a headache coming on, find a quiet, dark place to rest and relax.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Pioglitazone + Teneligliptin may cause dizziness and fatigue. If these symptoms occur, it is not safe for you to drive or operate heavy machinery.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• The use of Pioglitazone + Teneligliptin during pregnancy and lactation is not recommended unless deemed necessary by your doctor. It is always advised to consult a doctor before using this medication if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with a history of heart failure should exercise caution when taking Pioglitazone + Teneligliptin.

• This medication should be used with great caution in patients with a history of bladder cancer.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintaining a balanced diet with an optimal amount of carbohydrates can help manage blood sugar levels.

• Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels can provide useful information for managing diabetes.

• Regular physical activity is beneficial for overall health and can contribute to better management of blood glucose levels.