Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Actos Tablet

Actos Tablet

Generic namepioglitazone
Drug classThiazolidinediones
FormsTablet (15 mg, 30 mg, and 45 mg strengths)

Actos is a prescription tablet used to help control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. It is used along with diet and exercise, and is not approved for type 1 diabetes.

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  • Follow your prescriber and the leaflet
  • Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
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