Is Pioglitazone Same Med As Actos?

Posted on Tue, 22 Oct 2013

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Mon, 21 Oct 2013 Answered on

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Question : Is Pioglitazone the same med as actos??

Answered by Dr. Dr. Yogesh D (-5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, both are same.

Detailed Answer:
Hello Mr. XXXXXXX

Thanks for posting your short but important question.

The answer to your question is, YES.

Actos is one brand name of Pioglitazone. Pioglitazone is the generic name of the drug.

I wouldn't want to take much of your time, so there is your brief answer.

Wishing you good health.

Warm regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar