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Patient was educated on contraindications for taking Actos as follows: Actos is mainly metabolized in the liver. If liver function is deficient, the metabolism of this medication can suffer. This can lead to increased blood levels of the medication for longer periods of time, resulting in toxicity and severe side effects. So, Actos should be used with caution in individuals with hepatic dysfunction. Actos is also known to cause deterioration in liver function and consequently, [...]

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Actos as follows: Hypoglycemia Actos by decreasing the insulin resistance, can result in excessive uptake of glucose and lead to reduced blood sugars. But, hypoglycemia with Actos is not a common complaint, unless it is used in combination with other medications, which have a significant risk for side effect of hypoglycemia, such as, Glimepiride and Glyburide. Macular edema Actos can result in macular edema and consequently, [...]