Review the side-effects of Tolbutamide as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Feeling of stomach fullness, heartburn, nausea and decrease in blood sugar level.
Gastrointestinal - Jaundice, nausea and heartburn.
Skin - Allergic skin reactions such as itching, redness, hives, sensitivity to light and bruising.
Blood - Decrease in white/red blood cells, platelets and anemia.
Miscellaneous - Weakness, fatigue, dizziness, vertigo, malaise and headache are reported very rarely.
Diabinese, Orinase, Tolinase, Apo-Tolbutamide, Artosin, Diaval, Mobenol, Novo-Butamide, Rastinon
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Feeling of stomach fullness, heartburn, nausea and decrease in blood sugar level.
Gastrointestinal - Jaundice, nausea and heartburn.
Skin - Allergic skin reactions such as itching, redness, hives, sensitivity to light and bruising.
Blood - Decrease in white/red blood cells, platelets and anemia.
Miscellaneous - Weakness, fatigue, dizziness, vertigo, malaise and headache are reported very rarely.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Tolbutamide
Tolbutamide(Diabinese) generic is an antidiabetic agent, prescribed for type 2 diabetes. It is used along with diet and exercise. It causes the pancreas to release insulin.Trade Names for Tolbutamide
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Diabinese, Orinase, Tolinase, Apo-Tolbutamide, Artosin, Diaval, Mobenol, Novo-Butamide, Rastinon
