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chlorpropamide

Generic Diabinese
Used for Diabetes Type 2
Used for Diabetes Type 2

Chlorpropamide is used to lower blood sugars in people with type 2 diabetes. It's no longer available in the United States.

Reviewed by:
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Dalga Surofchy, PharmD, APh
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Allison Gourley, PharmD
Last reviewed on February 2, 2021
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What is Chlorpropamide?

How Chlorpropamide works

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Drug Facts

Common BrandsDiabinese (brand no longer available)
Drug ClassSulfonylurea
Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication
Generic StatusNo lower-cost generic available
AvailabilityDiscontinued
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Frequently asked questions about Chlorpropamide

What is chlorpropamide?
Chlorpropamide is a medication in a class called sulfonylureas. These medications work by causing your body to release more insulin. Insulin is a natural hormone in your body that lowers your blood sugar.
Is chlorpropamide available?
This medication is no longer available in the United States, but might be available in other countries like Canada.
Why was chlorpropamide discontinued in the United States?
It's unclear why chlorpropamide was discontinued, but it's possible that it's because of the risk of dangerously low blood sugar levels and the rare, but serious, risk of hemolytic anemia. Hemolytic anemia causes your red blood cells to be destroyed faster than your body can make them, and you might feel dizzy, tired, or develop a fever.
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Interactions between Chlorpropamide and other drugs

Chlorpropamide may interact with certain medications or supplements. Always let your doctor and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking. The list below does not include all possible drug interactions with Chlorpropamide. Please note that only the generic name of each medication is listed below.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

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