Tolbutamide

Prescription Required



  • Manufactured by: Jan Aushadhi
  • Storage: Store at room temperature


Tolbutamide Information



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

Mild

Unknown

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



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 -



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


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



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