Pioglitazone (Actos)

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company

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
Drug Class:
TZDs
Cost:
Low
Medication Type:
Oral