Composition:
Pioglitazone 15 mg & 30 mg tablets
Mechanism of Action:
Pioglitazone exerts its pharmacological effects by acting as a potent and highly selective agonist for the peroxisome proliferators activated receptor-gamma. Activation of these receptors promotes the transcription of several insulin responsive genes that help control lipid metabolism and glucose levels. It also reduces insulin resistance in the periphery and in the liver of patients.
Indications:
- In the treatment of type II diabetes mellitus
- Improved Insulin action as well has favorable effects on lipid levels
Sunday, July 27, 2008
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