Is it safe to take pioglitazone when I am ill?

If you find yourself to be ill with a fever (a high temperature above 38 degree celcius), with sweats, vomitting or have severe diarrhoea, contact your doctor as you may need to stop taking pioglitazone until you are better. You can resume taking pioglitazone when you are eating and drinking normally. If you take pioglitazone when you are ill, it may cause dehydration and it can worsen your condition.

What should I avoid when taking pioglitazone?

If you are taking pioglitazone, it is important not to consume too much salt in your food because this can stop your medication from working as well as it should. It is advised not to consume salt substitutes as they contain a high amount of potassium which can interfere with certain medications and cause side effects. Some medications can cause you to lose potassium. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you should take food or supplements high in potassium unless you are on medication that retain potassium then you would not need extra potassium.

Pioglitazone

Uses of Pioglitazone

Pioglitazone is commonly used in treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.

How Pioglitazone Works

Pioglitazone is peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-alpha� (PPAR-alpha�) agonist. It activates this receptor and promotes the production of products involved in lipid and glucose metabolism. It also improves the response of insulin on target cells.

Side Effects of Pioglitazone

Weight gain, Sinusitis, Edema, Upper Respiratory Tract Infections, Visual disturbances, Abnormal Liver Function Test

Information About Pioglitazone

Pioglitazone is a thiazolidinedione used to treat type 2 diabetes as monotherapy or adjunct to metformin or sulphonylureas in Singapore. Available as a 15mg–45mg oral tablet taken once daily with or without food, it is HSA-registered and available on prescription only in Singapore. It is contraindicated in patients with heart failure of any severity as it promotes sodium and water retention — patients should report unexplained oedema or rapid weight gain as early signs of fluid accumulation requiring dose adjustment or discontinuation. A valid doctor's consultation is required before dispensing. Order Pioglitazone online at DoctorOnCall Singapore with same-day delivery available. Speak to a DoctorOnCall physician today to check if Pioglitazone is right for you.

Pioglitazone is a medication commonly used to help manage type 2 diabetes by improving blood sugar control. It works by increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin, allowing glucose to be used more effectively and reducing blood sugar levels. Pioglitazone belongs to a class of medications known as thiazolidinediones and is widely used in diabetes management. Find affordable Pioglitazone options from trusted brands at DoctorOnCall.

Conclusion

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Warnings

Kidney Safe If Prescribed

No dose adjustment needed in a patient with kidney impairment.

Alcohol Not Advisable

It is not recommended to take alcohol with this medication as alcohol may affect blood glucose levels.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Limited data is available on the safety of Pioglitazone in human pregnancy. Studies in animals show fetal growth restriction with administration of this medication. Therefore, Pioglitazone is not recommended to be used in pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks.

Driving Generally Safe

Pioglitazone has not shown to cause impairment in the ability to drive or operate machines. However, as it may cause visual disturbance, patients experiencing this side effect should be cautious and only drive when feeling well.

Liver Limited Data

Pioglitazone should not be used in a patient with liver impairment.

Lactation Limited Data

Studies have shown that Pioglitazone is excreted in the breastmilk of lactating rats. However, no data is available on human milk. Therefore this medication is not recommended in breastfeeding mothers.