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Does Chlorthalid Interfere With Treatment For Diabetes?

Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...Hi, my doctor prescribed Chlorthalid for my elevated bp on the same day he told me I'm diabetic. Will Chlorthalid interfere with my efforts to lower my blood sugar? Thank you!
Wed, 26 Apr 2017
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Hi,
Welcome.
Chlorthalidone does not affect blood sugar & will not cause problem to your diabetes treatment.
It can sometimes cause dyselectrolytemia, so test your electrolyte ( sodium & potassium) regularly.
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Does Chlorthalid Interfere With Treatment For Diabetes?

Hi, Welcome. Chlorthalidone does not affect blood sugar & will not cause problem to your diabetes treatment. It can sometimes cause dyselectrolytemia, so test your electrolyte ( sodium & potassium) regularly. Thanks