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Pioglit 30 Tablet
Pioglitazone (30mg)
₹106MRP ₹118In stock
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Pioglit 30 Tablet is used for type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Pioglitazone (30mg)
Available variants: tablet 10 Tablet
Best price: ₹106 (₹10.63 per tablet)
MRP: ₹118
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: SUN PHARMA
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
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Same salt, different brand — what does that mean?
A substitute contains the same active ingredient (salt), in the same strength, as Pioglit 30 Tablet. The medicine inside is the same — the brand name, manufacturer and price are what differ.
All medicines sold in India, branded or generic, must meet the quality standards set by the national drug regulator (CDSCO). A lower price does not mean lower quality.
Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Pioglit 30 Tablet
Pioglit 30 Tablet contains Pioglitazone (30mg). It belongs to the Oral anti-diabetic class of medicines.
Uses of Pioglit 30 Tablet
Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Key benefits
- In Type 2 diabetes mellitus Pioglit 30 Tablet is used to help manage type 2 diabetes by improving the body’s response to insulin. It supports better blood sugar control
- which can reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications and improve overall health.
How Pioglit 30 Tablet works
Pioglit 30 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It works by increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin, a natural substance that helps control blood sugar levels.
How to take Pioglit 30 Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pioglit 30 Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Pioglit 30 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine may cause low blood sugar and marked stomach upset. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Pioglit 30 Tablet
Most side effects of Pioglit are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Pioglit 30 Tablet
| Pregnancy | Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Breast feeding CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
| Alcohol | Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
| Driving | Driving UNSAFE |
| Kidney | Kidney SAFE IF PRESCRIBED |
| Liver | Liver SAFE IF PRESCRIBED |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
If you feel shaky, sweaty, confused or unusually hungry, take sugar, glucose or a sweet drink at once and tell your doctor — these are signs your blood sugar has fallen too low. If a low-sugar episode happens while on an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor such as voglibose or acarbose, use glucose — ordinary sugar and sweets work more slowly. Tell your doctor about any new swelling of the ankles, breathlessness or sudden weight gain.
Do not take Pioglit if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for type 1 diabetes or for diabetic ketoacidosis. Not for people with heart failure, active bladder cancer or unexplained blood in the urine.
Interactions with other medicines
Low blood sugar is more likely when combined with insulin or a sulfonylurea.
How to store Pioglit 30 Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Pioglit 30 Tablet
Pioglit 30 Tablet helps to control blood sugar level and avoid long-term complications. Take it only as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor. You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Pioglit 30 Tablet. Full effects may be visible after several weeks of starting Pioglit 30 Tablet. Keep taking it as prescribed by your doctor. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while taking this medicine. Notify your doctor if you experience shortness of breath, heart problems, or any abnormal swelling. Your doctor may monitor your liver function. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms like abdominal pain, yellowing of eyes and loss of appetite.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- SUN PHARMA
- Therapeutic class:
- ANTI DIABETIC
- Drug class:
- Oral anti-diabetic
- Chemical class:
- Phenol ethers
Substitutes for Pioglit 30 Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Pioglitazone (30mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Pioglit 30 Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piolon-30 Tablet | 10 | ₹52 | 51% cheaper |
| Pioglin 30 Tablet 1X10 | 1 | ₹62 | 42% cheaper |
| Piohope-30 TabletMANKIND (PHARMA) | tablet · 10`S | ₹83 | 22% cheaper |
| Piokind 30MANKIND (PHARMA) | 10`S | ₹88 | 17% cheaper |
| Piosys-30SYSTOPIC LAB | 30`S | ₹107 | 1% more |
| Pionorm-30 mg TabletMICRO LABS | tablet · 15`S | ₹131 | 23% more |
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Pioglit 30 Tablet FAQs
What is Pioglit 30 Tablet used for?
Pioglit 30 Tablet is commonly used for Type 2 diabetes mellitus. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Pioglit 30 Tablet?
Pioglit 30 Tablet contains Pioglitazone (30mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Pioglit 30 Tablet?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Pioglit 30 Tablet work?
Pioglit 30 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication.
Is Pioglit 30 Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Pioglit 30 Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Pioglit 30 Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Pioglit are Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Pioglit 30 Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Pioglit.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Pioglit 30 Tablet?
Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
What if I miss a dose of Pioglit 30 Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Pioglit 30 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule.
Is Pioglit 30 Tablet habit forming?
No. Pioglit 30 Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Pioglit 30 Tablet?
Piolon-30 Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹52 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Pioglit 30 Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Pioglit 30 Tablet starts at ₹106 (MRP ₹118) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 10 Tablet. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Pioglit 30 Tablet?
Pioglit 30 Tablet is manufactured by SUN PHARMA. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Pioglit 30 Tablet delivered?
Pioglit 30 Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Pioglit 30 Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Pioglitazone (30mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹106 (₹10.63 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹118
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- SUN PHARMA
- Manufacturer
- SUN PHARMA
- Therapeutic class
- ANTI DIABETIC
- Drug class
- Oral anti-diabetic
- Chemical class
- Phenol ethers
- Action class
- Thiazolidinediones (TZD) and PPAR Gamma Agonists
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 10 Tablet
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Pioglit 30 Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Pioglit 30 Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.