Chlorpropamide + Phenformin

Uses

Chlorpropamide and Phenformin are used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.

How it Works

How Chlorpropamide and Phenformin work Chlorpropamide and Phenformin is a combination of two anti-diabetic medications: Chlorpropamide and Phenformin. Chlorpropamide increases the amount of insulin released by the pancreas to lower blood glucose levels. Phenformin reduces glucose production in the liver, delays glucose absorption from the intestines, and enhances the body's sensitivity to insulin. Together, they effectively lower blood glucose levels.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Chlorpropamide and Phenformin include hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels), changes in taste, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, upper respiratory tract infection, and lactic acidosis.

Expert Advice

Chlorpropamide + Phenformin is prescribed to lower your blood sugar levels.
Take Chlorpropamide + Phenformin just after a meal or with a snack to avoid gastrointestinal issues.
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur when taken with other antidiabetic medications, alcohol, or by delaying or skipping a meal.
Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly and have a snack or sugar source available for immediate relief if needed.
If you experience unusual thirst, increased urination, and fatigue, inform your doctor.
These symptoms may indicate elevated blood sugar levels, and your dosage may need adjustment.