Chlorpropamide
= Prescription Required 
= Generic Equvalent
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Chlorpropamide 250mg Tablets
Manufactured by Apotex Incorporated
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Chlorpropamide Prescription Drug Information
Chlorpropamide (By mouth)
Chlorpropamide (klor-PROE-pa-mide)
Treats diabetes mellitus. Belongs to a class of drugs called sulfonylureas.
Brand Name(s):
There may be other brand names for Chlorpropamide.
When Chlorpropamide Should Not Be Used:
You should not use Chlorpropamide if you have ever had an allergic reaction to chlorpropamide or to related medicines such as Orinase®, Tolinase®, DiaBeta®, or Micronase®. You should not use Chlorpropamide if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How to Use Chlorpropamide:
Tablet
- Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
- You may take your medicine with food or milk to avoid stomach upset.
If a dose of Chlorpropamide 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.
How to Store and Dispose of Chlorpropamide:
- Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid While Taking Chlorpropamide:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- While using Chlorpropamide, avoid using aspirin unless approved by your doctor.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking Chlorpropamide.
- Chlorpropamide interacts with many medicines. Before you start taking chlorpropamide, make sure your doctor knows of all other medicines you are taking.
Warnings While Using Chlorpropamide:
- Talk with your doctor before taking if you have liver, kidney, or heart disease, G-6-PD deficiency, or have an adrenal or pituitary gland disorder.
- To control your diabetes, follow the diet that your doctor ordered and take Chlorpropamide on a regular schedule.
- You may have low blood sugar while you are taking chlorpropamide, especially if you miss a meal, exercise for a long time, or drink alcohol. Symptoms of low blood sugar include sweating, shakiness, weakness, trouble concentrating, drowsiness, feeling very hungry, blurred vision, rapid heartbeat, confusion, or a headache that won't go away.
- Ask your doctor what you should do in case you have low blood sugar. You will need to control it quickly.
- Tell your doctor or dentist you are taking chlorpropamide before you have any kind of surgery.
- Chlorpropamide may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Use a sunscreen when outdoors. Avoid sunlamps or tanning beds.
Possible Side Effects While Using Chlorpropamide:
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 urine, light bowel movements
- Swelling of feet or legs
- Severe tiredness or confusion
If you notice these less serious side effects while taking Chlorpropamide, talk with your doctor:
- Nausea or diarrhea
- Headache
- Skin sensitive to sunlight
- Skin rash or itching
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by Chlorpropamide, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
