title: Sulphonylureas--action and uses.
abstract: Although sulphonylureas have been of great value in the treatment of diabetics for the last 20 years, there has been some suggestion that when used in treating the maturity onset diabetic, they would be responsible for an increased death rate from cardiovascular disease. This article discusses the factors involved in the use of sulphonylureas with regard to indications, mode of action and side effects.
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D003920:Diabetes Mellitus / Q000188:drug therapy*; D006801:Humans; D007003:Hypoglycemia / Q000139:chemically induced; D013453:Sulfonylurea Compounds / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D013997:Time Factors
chemical_list: D013453:Sulfonylurea Compounds