GENERIC NAME: DIAZOXIDE - SUSPENSION (dye-uh-ZOX-ide)
BRAND NAME(S): Proglycem
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This medication is used in the treatment of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth as directed. Shake the liquid well before pouring each dose. Monitor your urine for glucose and ketones and your blood for glucose as directed while taking this medication. Notify your doctor of any unexpected results.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, dizziness, anxiety, or nausea may occur. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Increased hair growth on the forehead, back, arms and legs which is harmless and disappears when drug is stopped. Notify your doctor if you develop chest pain, rapid or pounding heartbeat, easy bruising or bleeding, vision changes, skin rash, itching, sweating, extreme weakness, numbness or tingling of the hands or feet, frequent urination, thirst. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: heart problems, kidney problems, gout, allergies (especially to thiazide drugs). This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, especially of: high blood pressure drugs, drugs for diabetes, water pills, blood thinners, phenytoin, phenothiazines (e.g., chlorpromazine). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness, flushed/dry skin, fruit-like breath odor, increased urination, unusual thirst, and continued loss of appetite.
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
- Hypoglycemia - Learn about hypoglycemia, which is caused by low blood sugar. The symptoms of hypoglycemia may include anxiety, sweating, tremor, palpitations, nausea, and weakness. Consuming lifesavers, table sugar, soda, and juice are good treatment options for hypoglycemia.
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