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Generic: metformin-pioglitazone View All Brands Actoplus Met XR, Actoplus Met An antidiabetic combination - It helps to control blood sugar				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What is this medicine? METFORMIN; PIOGLITAZONE (met FOR min; pye oh GLI ta zone) helps to treat type 2 diabetes. It helps to control blood sugar. Treatment is combined with diet and exercise. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? They need to know if you have any of these conditions: become easily dehydrated diabetic ketoacidosis heart disease if you frequently drink alcohol containing drinks kidney disease liver disease polycystic ovary syndrome serious infection or injury swelling of the arms, legs, or feet undergoing surgery or certain x- ray procedures with injectable contrast agents vomiting an unusual or allergic reaction to metformin, pioglitazone, medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives pregnant or trying to get pregnant breast- feeding How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take this medicine with food. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking except on your doctor's advice. A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once. NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
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