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Piokind 30
Pioglitazone (30mg)
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Piokind 30 is used for piokind 30 Tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It is used along with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Pioglitazone (30mg)
Available variants: NA 10`S
Best price: ₹88
MRP: ₹93
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: MANKIND (PHARMA)
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
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Composition of Piokind 30
Piokind 30 contains Pioglitazone (30mg). It belongs to the Oral anti-diabetic class of medicines.
Uses of Piokind 30
Piokind 30 Tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It is used along with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Key benefits
- Targets the after-meal sugar rise
- Can be combined with other diabetes medicines
How Piokind 30 works
Piokind 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 Piokind 30
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. Piokind 30 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
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 Piokind 30
Most side effects of Piokind are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Weight gain Blurred vision Respiratory tract infection Numbness Bone fracture
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 Piokind 30
| Pregnancy | Piokind 30 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.<br>Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Piokind 30 Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.<br>Monitor the breastfed baby’s blood sugar during treatment with Piokind 30 Tablet |
| Alcohol | Taking pioglitazone with alcohol may affect blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. |
| Driving | May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you. |
| Kidney | Piokind 30 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Piokind 30 Tablet is recommended.<br>Use of Piokind 30 Tablet is not recommended in patients undergoing dialysis. |
| Liver | Piokind 30 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Piokind 30 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<br>Use of Piokind 30 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. |
| 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 Piokind 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 Piokind 30
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Piokind 30
Take it with the first mouthful of your meal so it can act on that meal. Expect some wind in the first weeks; it usually settles.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- MANKIND (PHARMA)
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class:
- Oral anti-diabetic
Substitutes for Piokind 30
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Pioglitazone (30mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Piokind 30 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piolon-30 Tablet | 10 | ₹52 | 41% cheaper |
| Pioglin 30 Tablet 1X10 | 1 | ₹62 | 30% cheaper |
| Piohope-30 TabletMANKIND (PHARMA) | tablet · 10`S | ₹83 | 6% cheaper |
| Pioglit 30 TabletSUN PHARMA | tablet · 10 Tablet | ₹106 | 21% more |
| Piosys-30SYSTOPIC LAB | 30`S | ₹107 | 21% more |
| Pionorm-30 mg TabletMICRO LABS | tablet · 15`S | ₹131 | 48% more |
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Piokind 30 FAQs
What is Piokind 30 used for?
Piokind 30 is commonly used for Piokind 30 Tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It is used along with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. 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 Piokind 30?
Piokind 30 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 Piokind 30?
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 Piokind 30 work?
Piokind 30 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication.
Is Piokind 30 a prescription medicine?
Yes. Piokind 30 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 Piokind 30?
The side effects reported most often with Piokind are Weight gain
Blurred vision
Respiratory tract infection
Numbness
Bone fracture. 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 Piokind 30 be taken during pregnancy?
Piokind 30 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.<br>Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Piokind.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Piokind 30?
Taking pioglitazone with alcohol may affect blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes.
What if I miss a dose of Piokind 30?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Piokind 30 habit forming?
No. Piokind 30 is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Piokind 30?
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 Piokind 30 cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Piokind 30 starts at ₹88 (MRP ₹93) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in NA 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Piokind 30?
Piokind 30 is manufactured by MANKIND (PHARMA). PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Piokind 30 delivered?
Piokind 30 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.
Piokind 30, Quick facts
- Salt
- Pioglitazone (30mg)
- Best price
- ₹88
- MRP
- ₹93
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- MANKIND (PHARMA)
- Manufacturer
- MANKIND (PHARMA)
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class
- Oral anti-diabetic
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- NA 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- 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 Piokind 30.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
Next steps
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.