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Antidiabetics - oral
Tolazamide Usage: this medication is used in the treatment of diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent heart disease, strokes, kidney disease, circulation problems, & blindness.
How to use Tolazamide: May be taken with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Take it drug in same times each day in order to maintain constant blood level. Monitor blood glucose levels daily while taking this medication. it medication must be used along with a proper diet and an exercise program.
Tolazamide side effects: Headache, stomach upset, loss of appetite, nausea, diarrhea or vomiting may occur as your body adjusts to the drug. Inform your physician if you develop: itchy skin, dark urine, fever, sore throat, swelling of the hands or feet, unusual bleeding or bruising. it medication can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). symptoms include chills, cold sweat, shaking, rapid heart rate, weakness, headache, fainting. If you experience these symptoms, eat a fast source of sugar such as table sugar, orange juice, honey, non-diet soda. Tell your healthcare professional about the reaction. To help prevent hypoglycemia, eat meals on regular schedule & do not skip meals. Symptoms of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) include confusion, drowsiness, flushing, rapid breathing, or fruity breath odor. If these symptoms occur, contact some your physician. it drug can increase sensitivity to sunlight. in unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immeditial medical attention. Symptoms about an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact you're healthcare professional or pharmacist.
Tolazamide Precautions: Tell your physician your medical history, especially of: high blood pressure, liver or kidney disease, any allergies. Avoid alcohol while taking this drug. it can cause facial flushing, nausea, vomiting, dizziness or stomach pain. this medication may make you prone to sunburn. Wear protective clothing & sunscreen if needed. Caution is advised when using it medication in elderly because they may be more sensitive to effects of drug. Tell youre healthcare professional if you are pregnant. Insulin therapy may be necessary during pregnancy. Certain oral antidiabetic drugs excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Tolazamide medication interactions: Inform your doctor about every medicines you use (both prescription and nonprescription) especially if you are using: 'blood thinners' (e.g., warfarin), MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol, propranolol, timolol), certain 'water pills' (diuretics such as hydrochlorothiazide), corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), glaucoma eye medicines, aspirin-like meds, probenecid. do not start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or physician approval.
Tolazamide Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include shakiness, nervousness, rapid heartbeat, hunger, or sweating.
Tolazamide special notes: do not share this medication with others. Its recommended you attend diabetes education program to understand diabetes & all important aspects of It's treatment including meals/diet, exercise, personal hygiene, medications & getting regular eye, foot and medical exams. Consult your physician or physician. Keep every medical appointments. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., liver & kidney function tests, fasting blood glucose, hemoglobin A1c, complete blood counts) will be performed to monitor for side effects & response to therapy. Regularly dollars you're blood or urine for sugar, as directed by some your pharmacist or pharmacist.
If you missed Tolazamide dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if Its almost time for next dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume youre usual dosing schedule. do not double dose to catch up.
Tolazamide Storage: Store at room temperature away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in the bathroom.
Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in medical emergency.
Active Ingredients : Antidiabetics