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Brand Name(s): Diabinese; Orinase; Tolinase
CAS nš: 94-20-2
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About Chlorpropamide

This new site is dedicated exclusively to chlorpropamide.

It provides you with the most extensive product information and up-to-date resources regarding this medication, including related news articles, medical studies, an image library and all the necessary information on dosage and side effects.

Whether you are an average consumer or a pharma industry professional, you can now find out everything you need to know about chlorpropamide on this reference site, as well as take part in our open discussion forum by sharing your own knowledge and experience with people who are using this medication.

This unique site will also provide you with inside industry news on which companies or organizations are playing an important part in its research, development, production and promotion. It is your one-stop site for a total chlorpropamide experience! 

Why is this medication prescribed?

Chlorpropamide is in a class of drugs called sulfonylureas. It works by lowering blood sugar (glucose) by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas. (Insulin is the actual hormone that lowers the blood sugar level.)

This medicine is used to treat type 2 diabetes along with diet, exercise, and insulin therapy, if necessary.

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