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Actos Side Effects Center

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026

Actos (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) side effects drug center

 

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Actos Side Effects Center

What Is Actos?

Actos (pioglitazone hydrochloride) is a thiazolidinedione and increases the body's sensitivity to insulin. Actos is used for type 2 diabetes, not type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Generic Actos is not available in the U.S., but is available in other countries as pioglitazone.

What Are Side Effects of Actos?

Common side effects of Actos may include:

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