Description

LG Glizone 30 mg is an antidiabetic medication used to manage elevated blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes mellitus by increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin, thus improving glucose uptake and reducing hepatic glucose production.

Prescription

Yes. This is a prescription-only medication .

Therapeutic Category

Antidiabetic agent (Thiazolidinedione class; PPAR‑γ agonist).

Active Ingredients / Composition

Each tablet contains Pioglitazone (hydrochloride) equivalent to 30 mg of pioglitazone base.

Vitamins / Minerals

None — this is a standalone antidiabetic drug.

Variant

• Strength: 30 mg tablet
• Other available strengths include 15 mg and 45 mg.
  

Consume Type

Oral tablet, typically swallowed whole.

Directions / Usage

• Usually taken once daily, with or without food.
• The starting dose may be 15 mg or 30 mg once daily; maximum recommended dose is 45 mg/day . 
• Maintain consistent timing each day and do not discontinue without consulting a physician.
  

Common Side Effects

• Headache, muscle pain, upper respiratory tract symptoms (e.g. sore throat, stuffy nose), weight gain, edema, and risk of bone fractures (particularly in women) .
• May cause or worsen heart failure and fluid retention.
• Rare but serious risks: bladder cancer, liver toxicity, osteoporosis, and anemia. 

Package Type

Typically supplied in blister packs (e.g., 10-tablet strips).

Storage Advice

Store at 20–25 °C (room temperature), away from moisture and direct sunlight, and keep out of reach of children.

Safety Advice

• Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.
• Avoid in patients with heart failure, bladder cancer, active liver disease, or risk of bone fractures .
  May increase ovulation risk—use contraception if applicable.
• Use with caution in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Monitor weight, liver function, and signs of heart failure or edema.

Product Substitutes

Similar pioglitazone products in other brands include:

• Piozulin, Path 30 mg (Lupin), Piofix (Alembic), Piosafe (Aristo), Piozone (Abbott).

Manufacturer / Marketer

• While the prefix “LG” suggests a formulation variant, reputable sources list Zydus Cadila as the manufacturer for Glizone tablets.
  

Country of Origin

India