Tolbutamide Benefits & Uses

Tolbutamide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Tolbutamide Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Tolbutamide Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tolbutamide is used -

Moderate

Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia)
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Erythema
Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Photosensitivity
Headache
Altered taste
Heartburn
Itching or burning
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Unknown

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Diarrhoea
Rash
Ringing in ears
Tingling Sensation
Weight gain

Tolbutamide Related Warnings

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.

Severe
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.

Unknown
What is the effect of Tolbutamide on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Tolbutamide on kidney have been reported.

Mild
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.

Moderate
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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Tolbutamide with Other Drugs

Tolbutamide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Captopril

Enalapril

Ramipril

Propranolol

Atenolol

Metoprolol

Cimetidine

Warfarin

Fenofibrate

Sulfamethoxazole,Trimethoprim

Ritonavir

Tolbutamide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tolbutamide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tolbutamide

Is this Tolbutamide habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Tolbutamide has not been reported.

No
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.

Safe
Is it safe?

Tolbutamide should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Tolbutamide is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Tolbutamide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

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.

Unknown
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.

Mild