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These brands contain the same active ingredient (Pioglitazone). Same strength and form. Confirm the switch with your doctor or pharmacist.
Indications & Uses
Saglit is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Pioglitazone belongs to a relatively new class of oral anti-diabetic drugs known as thiazolidinediones. It works only when insulin is present in the body, as its action depends on insulin being available. The drug lowers insulin resistance in both peripheral tissues and the liver, which leads to greater insulin-dependent uptake of glucose and a reduction in the liver's glucose output. Pioglitazone also helps correct abnormal lipid metabolism by activating a receptor called peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPAR-γ).
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Pioglitazone is taken once a day, with or without food. Antidiabetic treatment should be tailored to the individual patient.
In patients whose blood sugar is not adequately controlled with diet and exercise alone, Pioglitazone may be started on its own at 15 mg or 30 mg once daily. If the response to this starting dose is inadequate, the dose can be increased up to 45 mg once daily. If a patient still does not respond adequately to Pioglitazone alone, combination therapy should be considered.
The maximum recommended daily dose is 45 mg. Doses above 45 mg have not been studied in placebo-controlled clinical trials, and no placebo-controlled trials of more than 30 mg once daily have been carried out when Pioglitazone is used in combination with other medicines.
Side Effects
In placebo-controlled clinical trials of Diatus taken on its own at doses of 7.5 mg, 15 mg, 30 mg or 45 mg once daily, the most commonly reported side effects were upper respiratory tract infection (13.2%), headache (9.1%), sinusitis (6.3%), muscle pain (myalgia, 5.4%), tooth problems (5.3%) and sore throat (pharyngitis, 5.1%).
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Diatus lowers blood glucose only when insulin is present. For this reason, it must not be used in Type 1 diabetes or to treat diabetic ketoacidosis. Caution is needed when Diatus is combined with other antidiabetic medicines and in patients with impaired liver function. Liver enzymes should be checked regularly.
Contraindications
Pioglitazone should not be used in anyone known to be allergic (hypersensitive) to pioglitazone or to any other ingredient in the product.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Well-controlled studies looking at Pioglitazone's safety in pregnant women are lacking, so it should only be used during pregnancy if the expected benefit to the mother outweighs any possible risk to the unborn baby. For lactation, it is not known whether Pioglitazone passes into human breast milk; since many medicines do pass into breast milk, breastfeeding mothers should not take it.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Drug Interactions
Common questions about Saglit 15 mg
What is Saglit 15 mg Tablet?
Saglit 15 mg Tablet is a medicine that contains Pioglitazone. It is made by Synovia Pharma PLC. It belongs to the Thiazolidinedione Group group of medicines.
What is Saglit used for?
Saglit is used for: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Diabetes Mellitus.
What are the side effects of Saglit?
In placebo-controlled clinical trials of Diatus taken on its own at doses of 7.5 mg, 15 mg, 30 mg or 45 mg once daily, the most commonly reported side effects were upper respiratory tract infection (13.2%), headache (9.1%), sinusitis (6.3%), muscle pain (myalgia, 5.4%), tooth problems (5.3%) and sore throat (pharyngitis, 5.1%).
Can I take Saglit during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Well-controlled studies looking at Pioglitazone's safety in pregnant women are lacking, so it should only be used during pregnancy if the expected benefit to the mother outweighs any possible risk to the unborn baby. For lactation, it is not known whether Pioglitazone passes into human breast milk; since many medicines do pass into breast milk, breastfeeding mothers should not take it. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Can I take other medicines with Saglit?
Some medicines can interact with Pioglitazone, for example: Vildagliptin, Dapagliflozin Propanediol, Azilsartan Medoxomil, Resmetirom, Abiraterone Acetate, Topiramate. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take.
Is there a cheaper medicine with the same ingredient?
Uzone by Union Pharmaceuticals Ltd. has the same ingredient and strength for ৳7.00 per unit, compared with ৳8.03 for Saglit. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Do I need a prescription for Saglit?
Saglit is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.