TOLBUTAMIDE (Oral) (Tablet)
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TOLBUTAMIDE (Oral) (Tablet) Drug and Prescription Information
TOLBUTAMIDE (Oral) (Tablet)
TOLBUTAMIDE (Oral) (Tablet) Medication Classification
TOLBUTAMIDE (By mouth)
TOLBUTAMIDE (Oral) (Tablet) Brandname
Tol-Tab
TOLBUTAMIDE (Oral) (Tablet) is used for the Treatment
Tolbutamide (tole-BYOO-ta-mide) Treats diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes). Belongs to a class of drugs called sulfonylureas.
When To Not Use TOLBUTAMIDE (Oral) (Tablet)
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to tolbutamide or other sulfonylurea drugs such as Tolinase®, chlorpropamide, or Glucotrol®. You should not use this medicine if you are pregnant.
How Should You Use TOLBUTAMIDE (Oral) (Tablet)
Tablet
- Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often. If a dose is missed:
- Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
- Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
Proper TOLBUTAMIDE (Oral) (Tablet) Storage
Store TOLBUTAMIDE (Oral) (Tablet) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep TOLBUTAMIDE (Oral) (Tablet) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using TOLBUTAMIDE (Oral) (Tablet)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine.
- While using this medicine, avoid taking aspirin or cough and cold medicines.
- Tolbutamide interacts with many medicines. Before you start taking tolbutamide, make sure your doctor knows of all other medicines you are taking.
TOLBUTAMIDE (Oral) (Tablet) Warnings
- Talk with your doctor before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding or if you have liver, kidney, or heart disease, G-6-PD deficiency, or a thyroid disorder.
- To control your diabetes, follow the diet that your doctor orders and take this medicine on a regular schedule.
- You may have low blood sugar while you are taking tolbutamide, especially if you miss a meal, exercise for a long time, or drink alcohol. Symptoms of low blood sugar include sweating, feeling very hungry, fast heartbeat, drowsiness, confusion, headache that won't go away, chills, or vomiting.
- Ask your doctor what you should do in case you have low blood sugar. You will need to control it quickly.
- Make sure your doctor knows you are taking this medicine before you have any kind of surgery.
- This medicine may make your skin sensitive to sunlight. Use a sunscreen when outdoors. Avoid sunlamps or tanning beds.
TOLBUTAMIDE (Oral) (Tablet) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Unexplained fever, chills or sore throat
- Unusual bleeding or bruising
- Yellowing of skin or eyes
- Dark colored urine or light colored stools
- Severe skin rash or hives If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Mild nausea or vomiting
- Sensitivity of skin to sunlight
- Skin rash or itching
