Additional information
| Active substance | Pioglitazone  | 
		
|---|---|
| Acne | No  | 
		
| Water Retention | No  | 
		
| HBR | No  | 
		
| Hepatotoxicity | No  | 
		
| Aromatization | No  | 
		
| Lab Test | Monitoring blood glucose and liver function tests  | 
		
| Also known as | Pioglitazone hydrochloride  | 
		
| WAREHOUSE | International Warehouse 2  | 
		
| Blood pressure | Could potentially cause fluid retention which might increase blood pressure  | 
		
| Trade name | Actos  | 
		
| Storage conditions | Store at room temperature, protect from moisture and light  | 
		
| Chemical name | 5-[[4-[2-(5-ethyl-2-pyridinyl)ethoxy]phenyl]methyl]-2,4-thiazolidinedione  | 
		
| Formula | C19H20N2O3S  | 
		
| Substance class | Thiazolidinedione  | 
		
| Main action | Antidiabetic, insulin sensitizer  | 
		
| Half-life | 3-7 hours  | 
		
| Dosage (medical) | Typically 15-45 mg per day  | 
		
| Dosage (sports) | Not applicable  | 
		
| Effects | Lowers blood glucose, increases insulin sensitivity  | 
		
| Side effects | Weight gain, edema, heart failure, increased risk of bladder cancer, bone fractures  | 
		
| Use in sports | Not typically used in sports  | 
		
| Manufacturer | Takeda  | 
		






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