About diazoxide
Potassium channel opener; antihypoglycemic agent
Used for
- Short-term treatment of severe low blood sugar caused by excess insulin release.
- Control of low blood sugar from certain rare metabolic or pancreatic conditions.
Usual adult dose
Specialist-directed intravenous infusion; dosing depends on the cause and blood glucose response.
Usual dose in children
Specialist-directed intravenous infusion; dosing depends on weight, cause, and blood glucose response.
Common side effects
- Fluid retention and swelling
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fast heartbeat or low blood pressure
- High blood sugar
Important warnings
- Use under close medical supervision with frequent blood glucose monitoring.
- May cause fluid retention, heart failure, or pulmonary hypertension.
- Can raise blood sugar excessively and cause diabetic ketoacidosis.
- Injection use and dosing require specialist oversight.
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly needed; human pregnancy data are limited, and risks should be assessed by a clinician.
Breastfeeding
Information is limited; a clinician should weigh treatment benefits against potential infant risks.
Interactions
- Diuretics may worsen fluid or electrolyte changes.
- Blood-pressure medicines may increase low blood pressure.
- Other medicines that raise blood sugar may increase hyperglycemia risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.