Piokap MF

Metformin:

• Piokap MF (Metformin) reviews

Piokap MF (Metformin) is a biguanide antihyperglycemic agent used for treating non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM). It improves glycemic control by decreasing hepatic glucose production, decreasing glucose absorption and increasing insulin-mediated glucose uptake. Piokap MF (Metformin) is the only oral antihyperglycemic agent that is not associated with weight gain. Piokap MF (Metformin) may induce weight loss and is the drug of choice for obese NIDDM patients. When used alone, Piokap MF (Metformin) does not cause hypoglycemia; however, it may potentiate the hypoglycemic effects of sulfonylureas and insulin. Its main side effects are dyspepsia, nausea and diarrhea. Dose titration and/or use of smaller divided doses may decrease side effects. Piokap MF (Metformin) should be avoided in those with severely compromised renal function (creatinine clearance < 30 ml/min), acute/decompensated heart failure, severe liver disease and for 48 hours after the use of iodinated contrast dyes due to the risk of lactic acidosis. Lower doses should be used in the elderly and those with decreased renal function. Piokap MF (Metformin) decreases fasting plasma glucose, postprandial blood glucose and glycosolated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels, which are reflective of the last 8-10 weeks of glucose control. Piokap MF (Metformin) may also have a positive effect on lipid levels.

Indication: For use as an adjunct to diet and exercise in adult patients (18 years and older) with NIDDM. May also be used for the management of metabolic and reproductive abnormalities associated with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Piokap MF (Metformin) is an oral antihyperglycemic agent that improves glucose tolerance in patients with NIDDM, lowering both basal and postprandial plasma glucose. Piokap MF (Metformin) is not chemically or pharmacologically related to any other class of oral antihyperglycemic agents. Unlike sulfonylureas, Piokap MF (Metformin) does not produce hypoglycemia in either patients with NIDDM or healthy subjects and does not cause hyperinsulinemia. Piokap MF (Metformin) does not affect insulin secretion.

Pioglitazone:

• Pharmacological action
• Pharmacokinetics
• Why is Piokap MF prescribed?
• Dosage and administration
• Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) side effects, adverse reactions
• Piokap MF contraindications
• Using during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Special instructions
• Piokap MF drug interactions
• Piokap MF in case of emergency / overdose
• Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) reviews

Pharmacological action

Piokap MF is an oral hypoglycemic agent, series of thiazolidinedione derivatives. Powerful and selective agonist of gamma-receptors, peroxisome proliferator-activated (PPAR-gamma). PPAR-gamma receptors are found in adipose and muscle tissues and liver. Activation of nuclear receptor PPAR-gamma modulates the transcription of several genes that are sensitive to insulin, involved in controlling glucose and lipid metabolism. This medicine reduces insulin resistance in peripheral tissues and liver, as a result of this is increased flow of glucose and insulin reduced glucose production in the liver. Unlike sulfonylureas, Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) does not stimulate insulin secretion by beta cells of the pancreas.

In diabetes mellitus type 2 (insulin-dependent) decrease in insulin resistance under the action of Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) reduces blood glucose levels, reduce insulin levels in plasma and hemoglobin A1c (glycated hemoglobin, HbA1c).

In diabetes mellitus type 2 (insulin-dependent) with lipid disorders during treatment with Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) there is a decrease in triglycerides and increase HDL. The level of LDL and total cholesterol in these patients does not change.

Pharmacokinetics

After oral administration Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) is found in fasting plasma after 30 minutes. C_max in plasma is reached after 2 hours. At ingestion there was a slight increase of C_max to 3-4 hours, but the extent of absorption was not changed.

Protein binding of human serum, mainly to albumin greater than 99%; binding to other serum proteins less pronounced. The metabolites of Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) M-III and M-IV also significantly associated with serum albumin is more than 98%.

Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) is extensively metabolized in the liver by hydroxylation and oxidation. Metabolites M-II, M-IV (hydroxy derivatives of Piokap MF (Pioglitazone)) and M-III (keto derivative of Piokap MF (Pioglitazone)) exhibit pharmacological activity in models of type 2 diabetes in animals. Metabolites also partly converted into conjugates glucuronic or sulfuric acids.

The metabolism of Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) in the liver occurs with the participation of isoenzymes CYP2C8 and CYP3A4.

T_1/2 of unchanged Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) is 3-7 hours, total Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) (pioglitazone and active metabolites) is 16-24 hours. The clearance of Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) is 5-7 L / h.

After oral administration about 15-30% of the dose of Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) is found in urine. Kidneys displayed a negligible amount of Piokap MF (Pioglitazone), mainly in the form of metabolites and their conjugates.

It is believed that the ingestion of large doses is excreted in bile as unchanged and as metabolites and excreted in the feces.

The concentrations of Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) and active metabolites in serum remained at a high level 24 h after a single daily dose.

Why is Piokap MF prescribed?

Type 2 diabetes (insulin independent).

Dosage and administration

Piokap MF is taken orally in dose 30 mg 1 time / day. The duration of treatment is determined individually.

The maximum dose in combination therapy is 30 mg / day.

Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) side effects, adverse reactions

Metabolism: a possible development of hypoglycaemia (mild to severe).

Hematopoietic system: possible anemia, decreased hemoglobin and hematocrit.

Digestive system: rarely - increased ALT.

Piokap MF contraindications

Diabetes mellitus type 1 (insulin-dependent), diabetic ketoacidosis, pregnancy, lactation, hypersensitivity to Piokap MF (Pioglitazone).

Using during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Piokap MF is contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation. In patients with insulin resistance and anovulatory cycles in pre menopausal period the treatment with thiazolidinediones, including Piokap MF (Pioglitazone), can cause ovulation. This increases the risk of pregnancy if you do not use adequate contraception.

In experimental studies in animals showed that Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) has no teratogenic effects and adverse effects on fertility.

Category of the fetus by FDA - C.

Special instructions

Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) should not be used in the presence of clinical presentations of liver disease in the active phase or an increase in ALT is 2.5 times above ULN.

During treatment for suspected development of liver dysfunction (nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fatigue, lack of appetite, dark urine) should define indicators of liver function tests. In the case of jaundice Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) should be discontinued.

Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) should be used with caution in patients with edema.

Anemia, decreased hemoglobin and hematocrit decrease may be associated with increased plasma volume and do not show any clinically significant hematological effects.

If necessary to usee Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) simultaneously with ketoconazole should be more regular follow-up blood glucose levels.

There have been rare cases of a temporary increase in the activity level of CPK during treatment with this drug, which had no clinical consequences. The relationship of these reactions from taking Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) is unknown.

The average values of bilirubin, AST, ALT, ALP and GGT decreased in the survey at the end of treatment by this medicine compared with those of before treatment.

Before treatment and during the first year of treatment (every 2 months) and then periodically monitor the activity of ALT should be.

Experimental studies have shown that Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) is not mutagenic.

The use of Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) in children is not recommended.

Piokap MF drug interactions

In another thiazolidinedione derivative simultaneously observed with oral contraceptives decrease the concentration of ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone in plasma by approximately 30%. Therefore, while the use of Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) and oral contraceptives may decrease contraceptive efficacy.

Ketoconazole inhibits the metabolism of Piokap MF (Pioglitazone) in the liver in vitro.

Sulfonamides derivatives, metformin and insulin potentiate (relatively) hypoglycemia.

Piokap MF in case of emergency / overdose

Treatment: symptomatic therapy.