Diatus Tablet 15 mg contains Pioglitazone, an oral antidiabetic medicine used for the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps improve blood sugar control in adults when diet, exercise, and other medications alone are not sufficient.

Pioglitazone belongs to the thiazolidinedione (TZD) class of medicines and works by improving the body’s sensitivity to insulin. It is not used for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.

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Composition

• Pioglitazone 15 mg

Dosage Form: Tablet

How Diatus Tablet Works

Pioglitazone works by activating peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPAR-γ), which helps regulate glucose and lipid metabolism.

This leads to:

• Increased insulin sensitivity in muscle and fat tissues
• Reduced glucose production in the liver
• Improved uptake and utilization of glucose by cells
• Better overall blood sugar control

Indications

Diatus Tablet 15 mg is indicated for:

• Type 2 diabetes mellitus (as monotherapy or combination therapy)
• Patients with insulin resistance
• Poor glycemic control despite diet and exercise
• Combination therapy with metformin, sulfonylureas, or insulin (as prescribed)

Benefits of Diatus Tablet

• Improves insulin sensitivity
• Helps lower blood sugar levels effectively
• Can be used alone or in combination therapy
• Provides long-term glycemic control
• May improve lipid profile in some patients

Dosage and Administration

The dosage should be determined by a registered physician.

General instructions include:

• Take orally with or without food
• Take at the same time each day
• Follow diet and exercise recommendations
• Do not change dose without medical advice

Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended.

Possible Side Effects

Diatus Tablet may cause:

• Weight gain
• Fluid retention (edema)
• Headache
• Upper respiratory tract infections
• Muscle pain

Serious but rare side effects include heart failure risk, liver problems, or bone fractures (especially in long-term use).

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Precautions and Warnings

Before using Diatus Tablet, inform your doctor if you have:

• Heart failure or cardiac disease
• Liver disease
• Kidney problems
• History of bladder cancer (risk evaluation needed)
• Fluid retention or swelling

Regular liver function monitoring may be required during treatment.

Storage

• Store below 30°C
• Protect from moisture and direct sunlight
• Keep out of reach of children.