The chemical name of Actos is Pioglitazone. It is mainly used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is either used independently or in a combination with other drugs. It can also be used for other treatments prescribed by the doctor.

The medicine is not recommended for patients of type 1 diabetes mellitus or diabetes ketoacidosis. The doctor should be well informed about the patient's history of medical check ups and especially of those for heart or liver related problems. The medicine should not be taken if the patient is allergic to any ingredient of the medicine or to the medicine itself. Taking sulfonamides, metformin, insulin and other diabetic medicines can increase the risk of hyperglycemia and hence clear instructions should be availed from a medical practitioner before the administration of these drugs during the course of treatment. If any symptom of hyperglycemia is experienced, medical help should be availed immediately.

It is possible for some women to restart their menstrual cycle which thereby increases chances of getting pregnant. Such matters should be taken care of by discussing it with the doctor before the treatment. It is also possible for women to develop a fracture in their arms, hands or feet compared to men. There are also few chances of having heart problems. But otherwise, not treating diabetes can be fatal. The other side effects may include anemia, edema etc. A case of cholestatic hepatitis is reported to have happened in a few patients who were cured when the intake of the medicine was stopped.

Pregnant women, women planning to get pregnant and breast feeding mothers should discuss with the doctor before the course of treatment as it is unknown as to whether the medicine can harm an unborn baby or a new born feeding on breast milk. The effect of the medicine on patients below 18 should also be discussed with the doctor.

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