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Actoplus Met Information
Actoplus Met is an anti-hyperglycemic drug which is used for oral administration. It belongs to biguanide class of drugs. It is preferred as the first line medication for treating and managing diabetes mellitus. The drug is used for the treatment and management of diabetes type-2 in patients who are obese and overweight but have normally functioning kidneys. This generic drug has 2 components. One component works by enhancing the utilization of peripheral glucose. The other works by decreasing the production of glucose in the liver. The discount Actoplus Met can be bought from a reputed pharmacy and it requires a prescription.
Actoplus Met Side Effects and Precautions
A few side effects may (or may not) occur with Pioglitazone/ Metformin which are not serious in nature. These are common side effects of the drug and can be managed alongside the treatment. These include diarrhea, headache, upset stomach, runny nose, sneezing, cold or cough. After taking Actoplus Met if you have any side effects then inform your doctor about it. The drug may also lead to some unwanted serious effects which may become bothersome. These serious side effects are Pioglitazone/ Metformin are swelling, pale skin, feeling light headed, rapid heart-rate, rapid gain in weight, trouble in concentrating, unusual sudden-pain in the arms, hands or foot, stomach pain, nausea, loss of appetite or changes in urine/ stools color. Before you buy Actoplus Met, let your doctor know if you are allergic to the drug.
Dosage Information For Actoplus Met
The starting recommended dose of Actoplus Met tablet with 15 mg/500 mg or 15 mg/850 mg strength is one or two times a day, administered with food. The maximum dose is 45 mg/2550 mg per day. The recommended starting dose of drug with strength of 15 mg/1000 mg or 30 mg/1000 mg is one tablet a day, with food. The maximum dose is 45 mg/2000 mg, administered once a day (preferred with meal in the evening). Cheap Actoplus Met at doses of 15/500 mg and 15/850 mg can be bought from North Drug Mart.