Duetact Description

If you have type 2 diabetes and have not been able to control your blood glucose levels through diet and exercise alone, your doctor may recommend that you start taking Duetact or generic Pioglitazone/Glimepiride. Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which your pancreas does not produce enough insulin to control the amount of sugar (glucose) that is in your blood, or your body does not use the insulin that is produced to its full advantage.

Duetact Works with Your Own Insulin

Pioglitazone helps your body use your own insulin more effectively and Glimepiride is a sulfonylurea medication that encourages your pancreas to increase insulin production and may also help your cells respond better to insulin. Duetact will not work for those with type 1 diabetes as they do not produce any insulin at all. Duetact is not a cure for diabetes, but when combined with a healthier lifestyle, you can greatly reduce your risk of heart attack, stroke, or kidney disease that can result from untreated type 2 diabetes. The generic alternative is not manufactured by the company that makes the brand product.

The Importance of Insulin

Insulin is an essential hormone whose job it is to allow sugar in your blood stream to be absorbed and stored in your cells to use as energy when needed. Without insulin, sugar would just build up in your bloodstream and lead to potentially serious medical problems with possible fatal results. In today’s daily routine of rushing around and not taking the time to eat properly, diabetes has grown to unbelievable numbers worldwide. Exercise, eat healthier, and stop smoking to help gain better control over your blood glucose levels and prevent other health risks that uncontrolled diabetes can cause.

Before You Take Duetact

Before receiving a prescription from your doctor to buy Duetact, advise your doctor if your medical history includes any of the following conditions that may prohibit you from being able to safely take Duetact:

• Heart problems
• Bladder cancer
• Fluid in your lungs
• Liver problems
• Kidney disease
• Mineral imbalances
• Anemia

Duetact Precautions

You should not take Duetact if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Alcohol consumption should be limited while undergoing treatment with Duetact as it can increase your risk of low blood sugar. It may be more difficult to control your blood sugar if your body is under stress due to infection, injury, fever or surgery and your doctor may need to adjust your Duetact dosage at this time. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, do not attempt to drive or take part in any activities that may be unsafe.

Possible Duetact Side Effects

• Cold-like symptoms
• Diarrhea
• Muscle aches, pains, or cramping
• Headache
• Weight gain
• Dizziness

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• Kazano
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