Pregnancy Interaction

• Not advisable during pregnancy.
• Combination antidiabetic drugs may have an effect on the growth of the fetus.
• If a woman is pregnant or plans to get pregnant, she should tell her doctor right away.
• Do not breastfeed because the ingredients may get into the milk.

 Uses / Indications

• How to treat type 2 diabetic mellitus
• Used when one type of diabetes treatment isn't enough
• Helps keep blood sugar levels stable before and after meals
• Makes insulin more sensitive and helps it work better.
• Lowers the chance of long-term diabetes problems like kidney, nerve, and eye damage.

How It Works

• Pioglitazone makes the body more sensitive to insulin.
• Glimepiride makes the pancreas make more insulin.
• Metformin lowers the amount of glucose made by the liver and makes insulin work better.
• They work together to keep blood sugar levels stable and lower.

How to Use

• Follow your doctor's instructions exactly when taking the tablet.
• Usually taken once a day with food to lower the risk of stomach problems and low blood sugar.
• Do not crush or chew; just swallow it whole with water.
• Every day, take it at the same time.
• Don't skip doses or stop taking them all at once without talking to a doctor.

Side Effects

• Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
• Gaining weight
• Feeling sick to your stomach or having stomach pain
• Pain in the head
• Feet or ankles that are swollen
• Side Effects That Are Rare but Serious:
• Very low blood sugar
• Heart failure or holding onto too much water
• Problems with how the liver works
• Lactic acidosis (extremely rare, caused by metformin)
• If you feel really weak, have trouble breathing, or notice swelling, get medical care right away.

Medicine Interaction

• Insulin and other medications for diabetes
• Alcohol (raises the risk of low blood sugar and lactic acidosis)
• Some treatments for high blood pressure
• Rifampicin with birth control pills taken by mouth
• Using contrast dyes in imaging tests
• ➡️ Always tell your doctor about any vitamins or medicines you are taking.

Expert Advice

• Check your blood sugar levels often.
• Eat and exercise in a way that is good for people with diabetes.
• Don't drink alcohol.
• It's a good idea to have regular testing to see how well your kidneys and liver are working.
• Tell your doctor if you have:
• Heart problems
• Problems with the liver or kidneys
• A history of having low blood sugar episodes

Faq For Medicine

Q1. Can K-Pio-GM 1 Tablet make your blood sugar too low?
Yes, especially because of glimepiride. Do not miss meals.

Q2. Can it be used for a long time?
Yes, but only with the help of a doctor and regular checkups.

Q3. Does it make you gain weight?
Pioglitazone may cause weight gain and fluid retention.

Q4. Is this medicine safe for older people to take?
Yes, however you may need to change the dose and keep a close eye on it.

Q5. Is it safe to take K-Pio-GM when pregnant?
No, that should not be done.