Chlorpropamide Benefits & Uses

Chlorpropamide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Chlorpropamide 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: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 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: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Avoid use of chlorpropamide in geriatric patient

Chlorpropamide Side Effects

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

Moderate

Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia)
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)

Mild

Itching or burning
Nausea or vomiting
Flushing
Urticaria
Maculopapular rash
Diarrhoea
Loss of appetite
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Weight gain

Unknown

Chlorpropamide Related Warnings

Is the use of Chlorpropamide safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Chlorpropamide. It is best to stop taking Chlorpropamide immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Chlorpropamide safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Chlorpropamide. If you see any side effects, stop taking Chlorpropamide immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Chlorpropamide again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Chlorpropamide on the Kidneys?

Chlorpropamide rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Chlorpropamide on the Liver?

Chlorpropamide may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Chlorpropamide on the Heart?

Chlorpropamide has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Chlorpropamide with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Pseudoephedrine

Phenylephrine

Hydrocortisone

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Chlorpropamide Contraindications

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

Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes Type 1
Allergy
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Chlorpropamide

Is this Chlorpropamide habit forming or addictive?

Chlorpropamide does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Chlorpropamide will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Chlorpropamide only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Chlorpropamide cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Chlorpropamide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Chlorpropamide

Taking Chlorpropamide with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Chlorpropamide

Consumption of alcohol and Chlorpropamide together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe