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Pioglitazone use while Breastfeeding

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 9, 2023.

Drugs containing Pioglitazone: Actos, ActoPlus Met, Oseni, Duetact, ActoPlus Met XR

Pioglitazone Levels and Effects while Breastfeeding

Summary of Use during Lactation

No information is available on the clinical use of pioglitazone during breastfeeding. Pioglitazone is over 99% protein bound in plasma, so it is unlikely to pass into breastmilk in clinically important amounts. However, an alternate drug may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.

Drug Levels

Maternal Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Infant Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Effects in Breastfed Infants

Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Effects on Lactation and Breastmilk

Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Alternate Drugs to Consider

Acarbose, Glipizide, Glyburide, Insulin, Metformin, Miglitol

Substance Identification

Substance Name

Pioglitazone

CAS Registry Number

111025-46-8

Drug Class

  • Breast Feeding
  • Lactation
  • Hypoglycemic Agents
  • Thiazolidinediones

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