Tablets
PIOGLITAZONE (pye-oh-GLI-ta-zone) is the chemical name for Actos.

Actos Common Uses
Actos is used to treat type 2 diabetes by reducing the resistance your body has to insulin; It can also be used either alone or in combination with other anti-diabetes medicines, including metformin or insulin, as part of a diet and exercise program.

Before Using Actos
There are chances that any other medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine therefore all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking should be known by your doctor or pharmacist. If you are taking ketoconazole, birth control pills, or other medicine for diabetes (such as insulin, glipizide, or glyburide) than additional observation should be required of your dose. If you have newly diagnosed or worsening heart failure (acute congestive heart failure), type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, active liver disease, or experienced jaundice with troglitazone, it is recommended not to use Actos. If you have any other medical conditions, including heart disease (e.g., chronic congestive heart failure), allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding than immediately inform your doctor. For children: It is recommended, not to use Actos for children under age 18. Consult with your doctor about the risks and benefits of giving Actos to your child. If you have any further queries regarding the medicine than contact your doctor.