Mechanism of Action of Diazoxide
Introduction Diazoxide is a benzothiadiazine derivative pharmacologically related to thiazide diuretics but lacking diuretic activity. It is primarily used as a hyperglycemic agent in the management of hypoglycemia due to hyperinsulinism and as a rapid-acting vasodilator in hypertensive emergencies (historical and limited current use). Diazoxide is a high-yield drug in pharmacology, endocrinology, and internal medicine … Read more