Prescription Required
Tolbutamide is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tolbutamide is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Tolbutamide safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Tolbutamide. If you are pregnant, do not take Tolbutamide without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Tolbutamide safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Tolbutamide for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Tolbutamide on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Tolbutamide on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Tolbutamide on the Liver?
Tolbutamide may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tolbutamide on the Heart?
Tolbutamide may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Tolbutamide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tolbutamide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tolbutamide habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Tolbutamide has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Tolbutamide as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Tolbutamide should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Tolbutamide is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tolbutamide
There is no information on the effects of taking Tolbutamide with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tolbutamide
Drinking alcohol while taking Tolbutamide may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience