Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg Tablets (Generic Equivalent)

Cheap Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg contains a combination of metformin and pioglitazone, two oral diabetes medicines that help control blood sugar levels. Cheap Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg is for people with type 2 diabetes who do not use daily insulin injections. This medication is not for treating type 1 diabetes. Cheap Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

The health and medical information provided here is for general purposes only and is not a substitute for the expertise and judgment of your physician, or other health care professional. It should not be understood to indicate that the use of this medicine is safe, appropriate or effective for you. Always consult your health care professional before using this, or any other, drug.

Do not take Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg if you are allergic to metformin (Glucophage) or pioglitazone (Actos), or if you have kidney problems, severe heart failure, active bladder cancer, or metabolic acidosis. Do not use Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg if you are in a state of diabetic ketoacidosis (call your doctor for treatment with insulin).
Do not take Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg for longer than recommended. Taking pioglitazone for longer than 1 year (12 months) may increase your risk of developing bladder cancer. Talk with your doctor about your specific risk.
If you need to have any type of x-ray or CT scan using a dye that is injected into your veins, you will need to temporarily stop taking Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg .
Before taking Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg , tell your doctor if you have congestive heart failure or heart disease, a history of bladder cancer, a history of heart attack or stroke, liver disease, eye problems caused by diabetes, or if you are 80 years or older.
Some people can develop lactic acidosis while taking Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg . Early symptoms may get worse over time and this condition can be fatal. Get emergency medical help if you have even mild symptoms such as: muscle pain or weakness, numb or cold feeling in your arms and legs, trouble breathing, stomach pain, nausea with vomiting, slow or uneven heart rate, dizziness, or feeling very weak or tired.

Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg may cause lactic acidosis (a build-up of lactic acid in the body, which can be fatal). Lactic acidosis can start slowly and get worse over time. Get emergency medical help if you have even mild symptoms of lactic acidosis, such as: muscle pain or weakness, numb or cold feeling in your arms and legs, trouble breathing, stomach pain, nausea with vomiting, slow or irregular heart rate, dizziness, or feeling very weak or tired.
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction to Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg : hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any other serious side effects while taking Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg , such as:
stomach pain, blood in your urine, painful urination;
feeling short of breath, especially when lying down;
swelling or rapid weight gain;
pale skin, feeling light-headed, rapid heart rate, trouble concentrating;
sudden unusual pain in your hand, arm, or foot; or
nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).
Less serious Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg side effects may include:
headache;
diarrhea, upset stomach; or
sneezing, runny nose, cough or other signs of a cold.

Take Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Take Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg with meals. Take the extended-release (XR) tablet once daily with your evening meal. Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow it whole. Breaking the pill may cause too much of the drug to be released at one time.
Your blood sugar will need to be checked often, and you may need other blood tests at your doctor`s office. Visit your doctor regularly.
Check your blood sugar carefully during a time of stress or illness, if you travel, exercise more than usual, drink alcohol, or skip meals. These things can affect your glucose levels and your dose needs may also change.
Know the signs of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and how to recognize them: headache, hunger, weakness, sweating, tremors, irritability, or trouble concentrating.
Your doctor may want you to stop taking Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg for a short time if you become ill, have a fever or infection, or if you have surgery or a medical emergency.
Ask your doctor how to adjust your dose if needed. Do not change your medication dose or schedule without your doctor`s advice.
If you take extra vitamin B12 while you are taking Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg , take only the amount of vitamin B12 that your doctor has prescribed.
Store Generic for Actoplus Met 15mg/500mg at room temperature away from moisture and heat.