Pioglitazone (Actos)
Pioglitazone (Actos) is an oral medication in the thiazolidinedione (TZD) class of drugs indicated for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It helps insulin work better in muscle and fat cells and lowers blood glucose (blood sugar) production in the liver.
- Associated hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) risk: No
- Potential benefits: Cardiovascular, Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis
- Potential side effects: Congestive heart failure, fluid retention, weight gain, and risk of bone fracture
- Brand name: Actos
- Combo drug formulations: Pioglitazone with metformin (Actoplus Met), pioglitazone with extended-release metformin (Actoplus Met XR), pioglitazone with glimepiride (Duetact)
Features
- Generic Available
Specs
Generic Name:
Pioglitazone
Pioglitazone
Drug Class:
TZDs
TZDs
Cost:
Low
Low
Medication Type:
Oral
Oral