title: Sulfonylureas.
abstract: This review describes the basic and clinical pharmacology of sulfonylureas. It undertakes a balanced assessment of the advantages and limitations of sulfonylureas, and compares the use of various sulfonylureas in different clinical situations. The authors suggest pragmatic guidance to facilitate safe and effective use of this class of drugs, and thus help make maximal use of this economical therapeutic option in resource challenged settings such as developed nations.
authors.forename: Sanjay
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Kalra
authors.forename: Yashdeep
authors.initials: Y
authors.lastname: Gupta
mesh_terms: D003924:Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 / Q000188:drug therapy*; D006801:Humans; D007004:Hypoglycemic Agents / Q000494:pharmacology*; D013453:Sulfonylurea Compounds / Q000494:pharmacology*
chemical_list: D007004:Hypoglycemic Agents; D013453:Sulfonylurea Compounds