Pioglitazone Tips from Pharmacists

• Pioglitazone is effective in controlling diabetes as an adjunct to diet and exercise. Eat a healthy diet and get regular exercise along with taking pioglitazone regularly as prescribed to improve blood sugar control.

• Tell your doctor right away if you develop rapid weight gain, swelling in the belly or legs, or shortness of breath while on pioglitazone.

• Keep all your healthcare appointments during pioglitazone therapy. Your healthcare provider may want to order blood tests to check glycemic control (how well your blood sugar is controlled) and adjust your pioglitazone dosage accordingly.