Glizon (Pioglitazole)

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Brand Name: Glizon

Generic Name: Pioglitazole

Manufacturer/Agent: Zydus Cadila H/care, India

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Formulation: tabs

Strength: 15mg

Pack size: 30

Trade Price: KES 320.00

Retail Price: @ KES 14.22

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Class: Antidiabetics: Other (Endocrine system drugs)

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Molecular Formulae: C19H20N2O3S.HCL = 392.9

Precautions: Hypersensitivity. hepatic impairment. pregnancy

Indications/Uses: A thiozolidinedione used in type ii diabetes; 15-30mg daily, upto 45mg in monotherapy.

Interactions:

Side Effects: Gastro-intestinal upset. weight gain. oedema. visual disturbances. impotence. arthalgia. oedema.

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