Actos and Diabetes Control

If you are looking for ways to control diabetes, Actos^® (pioglitazone hydrochloride) may be an effective medication for your situation. However, Actos is not suitable for everyone. To avoid any complications, make sure to tell your healthcare provider about any other medical conditions you have and any other medicines you are taking (including vitamins, supplements, and nonprescription medications).

 

As part of a group of diabetes medications called thiazolidinediones (or sometimes called "glitazones"), Actos works to control diabetes by improving insulin sensitivity. This means that this medication helps your body to use its natural insulin better, which, in turn, helps to lower blood sugar and keep it under better control.

 

Studies have shown that by getting blood sugar levels under control with Actos, it may be possible to decrease the chances for developing diabetes complications, such as heart disease, diabetic retinopathy, diabetic neuropathy, and diabetic nephropathy.