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Diazoxide: Patient drug information

Diazoxide: Patient drug information

(For additional information see "Diazoxide: Drug information" and see "Diazoxide: Pediatric drug information")

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Brand Names: US
  • Proglycem
Brand Names: Canada
  • Proglycem
What is this drug used for?
  • It is used to treat low blood sugar.
What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take this drug?
  • If you are allergic to this drug; any part of this drug; or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had.
  • This drug may interact with other drugs or health problems.
  • Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this drug with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.
What are some things I need to know or do while I take this drug?
  • Tell all of your health care providers that you take this drug. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
  • Have your blood work and other lab tests checked as you have been told by your doctor.
  • This drug may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take this drug.
  • Follow the diet plan that your doctor told you about.
  • Check your blood sugar as you have been told by your doctor.
  • It may take several days to see the full effect.
  • Watch for gout attacks.
  • Severe heart and bowel problems have been reported. Most of the time, these have been in infants and children. If you have questions, talk with the doctor.
  • If the patient is a child, use this drug with care. The risk of some side effects may be higher in children.
  • A severe lung problem called pulmonary hypertension has happened in infants and newborns treated with this drug. Once this drug was stopped, the lung problem got better or went away. If you have questions, talk with the doctor.
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan on getting pregnant, or are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks to you and the baby.
What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?
  • WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:
  • For all patients taking this drug:
  • Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
  • Signs of high blood sugar like confusion, feeling sleepy, unusual thirst or hunger, passing urine more often, flushing, fast breathing, or breath that smells like fruit.
  • Signs of a pancreas problem (pancreatitis) like very bad stomach pain, very bad back pain, or very bad upset stomach or throwing up.
  • Severe constipation or stomach pain. These may be signs of a severe bowel problem.
  • Fast or abnormal heartbeat.
  • Any unexplained bruising or bleeding.
  • Very bad dizziness or passing out.
  • Not able to pass urine or change in how much urine is passed.
  • Change in eyesight.
  • Shakiness, trouble moving around, or stiffness.
  • A burning, numbness, or tingling feeling that is not normal.
  • Hair growth in some areas like the forehead, back, arms, and legs.
  • This drug may cause you to swell or keep fluid in your body. Tell your doctor if you have swelling, weight gain, or trouble breathing.
  • Children:
  • Blue or gray color of the skin, lips, nail beds, fingers, or toes.
  • Fast breathing.
  • Flaring of the nostrils, grunting, movements of the chest that are not normal, or trouble with feeding.
What are some other side effects of this drug?
  • All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:
  • Headache.
  • Upset stomach or throwing up.
  • Hair growth.
  • Decreased appetite.
  • Stomach pain or diarrhea.
  • Change in taste.
  • Feeling tired or weak.
  • These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
  • You may report side effects to your national health agency.
How is this drug best taken?
  • Use this drug as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.
  • All products:
  • Keep taking this drug as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well.
  • Liquid (suspension):
  • Shake well before use.
  • Measure liquid doses carefully. Use the measuring device that comes with this drug.
What do I do if I miss a dose?
  • Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it.
  • If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.
  • Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
How do I store and/or throw out this drug?
  • All products:
  • Store at room temperature in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.
  • Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.
  • Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.
  • Liquid (suspension):
  • Store in the outer carton to protect from light.
General drug facts
  • If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.
  • Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.
  • Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. If you have any questions about this drug, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
  • If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.
Last Reviewed Date2023-01-12
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