TOLAZAMIDE

Overview

TOLAZAMIDE is a Schedule H drug.
Tolazamide causes the pancreas to produce insulin and increases your body’s response to it.Tolazamide is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Tolazamide is not for treating type 1 diabetes.

Usage

TOLAZAMIDE is generally used to treat: Diabetes Type 2
TOLAZAMIDE can address symptoms like: Increased Thirst, Weight Gain, Fatigue (tiredness), Frequent Urination, Eyes Blurred Vision

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

TOLAZAMIDE is generally taken With Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • You should not use tolazamide if you are allergic to tolazamide, or if have diabetic ketoacidosis.
  • Tolazamide is usually taken with breakfast or the first main meal of the day.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
  • Use the medicine exactly as directed.Avoid drinking alcohol. It lowers blood sugar and may interfere with your diabetes treatment.
  • Tolazamide could make you sunburn more easily. Avoid sunlight or tanning beds. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen when you are outdoors.
  • Tolazamide is only part of a complete treatment program that may also include diet, exercise, weight control, regular blood sugar testing, and special medical care.

Symptoms of Overdosage

TOLAZAMIDE over-dosage can result in: Weakness (generalized), Nausea, Body Excessive Sweating, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Confusion, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Difficulty Talking

Common Side-Effects

TOLAZAMIDE : Heartburn, Indigestion, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Increased Passing Gas, Weakness (generalized), Fatigue (tiredness), Dizziness, Head Headache, Loss Of Appetite, Constipation, Vomit, Weight Gain

Serious Side-Effects

TOLAZAMIDE : Seizure, Hypoglycemia, Pounding Heart (pulse), Easy Bleeding, Mood Swings, Hands Swelling, Feet Swelling, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Abdomen Pain, Dark Colored (brown) Urine

Rare Side-Effects

TOLAZAMIDE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Chills, Difficulty Swallowing, Loss Of Appetite, Fever, Eyes Swelling, Face Swelling, Swollen Lips, Chest Discomfort, Shortness Of Breath, Bad Breath, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Wheezing, Spinning Sensation, Hallucinations

Disease Interactions

TOLAZAMIDE can interfere with: Diabetes Type 1, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Acute Renal Failure, Acute Liver Failure, Adrenal Insufficiency, Malnutrition, Panhypopituitarism, Anorexia Nervosa, Peripheral Neuropathy, G6PD Deficiency, Hyponatremia, Syndrome Of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone

Technical Classification

TOLAZAMIDE is categorized as: SULFONYLUREAS / ANTIDIABETIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

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