Glipizide is used to treat diabetes. It lowers blood glucose by increasing the amount of insulin made by your body.
Take glipizide regularly as directed with a glass of water, preferably at the start of a meal.
If you miss a dose of glipizide do not take it later. Skip the missed dose and continue as directed. Do not take two doses at the same time.
Some medicines available without a prescription may react with glipizide including:
Tell your pharmacist or doctor about all medicines or treatments that you may be taking, including vitamins, herbal products or recreational drugs.
Side Effects | Recommended action |
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Low blood glucose (hypo): symptoms may include sweating, trembling, feeling anxious or irritable |
Drink or eat something sweet. Tell your health professional if this happens a lot or is severe. |
Skin rash, itching |
Tell your doctor |
Stomach upset |
Tell your doctor if troublesome |
If you notice any other effects, discuss them with your doctor or pharmacist.
This leaflet contains important, but not all, information about this medicine.
Prepared by the MyMedicines Committee at Christchurch Hospital, Te Whatu Ora - Waitaha, New Zealand. September 2024
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