Glucotrol XL Information

Basic information about Glucotrol XL (Glipizide)

Glucotrol XL (Glipizide) is indicated for treating type 2 diabetes.

As an sulfonylurea antidiabetic medicine Glucotrol XL works by lowering blood sugar.

It is advisable to store Glucotrol XL (Glipizide) between 20-30 C (36-86 F). It is advisable to store Glipizide in dry and dark place, and in a safe place, far from reach of children.

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Warnings and Precautions about Glucotrol XL (Glipizide)

If you have a history of serious diseases, you may prefer to take an advice of your doctor prior to accepting Glucotrol XL (Glipizide).

Every patient should necessarily understand that almost every drug is able to lead to side effects if it is taken by wrong schedule, or you have ever had allergic reaction to it.

Nevertheless, most patients do not suffer from any side effects. Glucotrol XL (Glipizide) is a safe and effective pill that is used to improve condition of patients suffering from type 2 diabetes.

The most common reported side effects are:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

• Diarrhea, nausea, dizziness, gas.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

• Severe allergic reactions (hives, dizziness, swelling of the mouth face lips or tongue, tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, rash, skin redness, itching.) , yellowing of the eyes or skin, unusual bruising or bleeding, irregular heartbeat, dark urine, confusion, fever chills or persistent sore throat, fainting, unusual tiredness or weakness, low blood sugar symptoms (anxiety; drowsiness; severe or persistent dizziness; tremors; unusual sweating; fast heartbeat; lightheadedness; headache; weakness; eg.) , severe or persistent blurred vision or other vision problems.

Do NOT use Glucotrol XL if:

• you have certain severe problems associated with diabetes (eg, diabetic ketoacidosis, diabetic coma)
• you are pregnant and are within 1 month of the expected delivery date
• you are allergic to any ingredient in Glucotrol XL
• you have type 1 diabetes
• you have moderate to severe burns, or very high blood acid levels (acidosis)

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Some medical conditions may interact with Glucotrol XL. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you have very poor health, a high fever, a severe infection, severe diarrhea, or high blood acid levels, or have had a severe injury
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have had a severe allergic reaction (eg, a severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties, dizziness) to any other sulfonamide medicine, such as acetazolamide, celecoxib, certain diuretics (eg, hydrochlorothiazide), probenecid, sulfamethoxazole, valdecoxib, or zonisamide
• if you have stomach or bowel problems (eg, stomach or bowel narrowing or blockage, stomach paralysis), drink alcohol, or have had poor nutrition
• if you have a history of certain hormonal problems (eg, adrenal or pituitary problems, syndrome of inappropriate secretion of antidiuretic hormone [SIADH]), or low blood sodium levels
• if you have a history of liver, kidney, thyroid, or heart problems
• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you will be having surgery

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Glucotrol XL. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (eg, enalapril), anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), azole antifungals (eg, miconazole, ketoconazole), chloramphenicol, clofibrate, fenfluramine, insulin, monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors (eg, phenelzine), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (NSAIDs) (eg, ibuprofen), phenylbutazone, probenecid, quinolone antibiotics (eg, ciprofloxacin), salicylates (eg, aspirin), or sulfonamides (eg, sulfamethoxazole) because the risk of low blood sugar may be increased
• Beta-blockers (eg, propranolol) because the risk of low blood sugar may be increased. They may also hide certain signs of low blood sugar and make it more difficult to notice
• Gemfibrozil because blood sugar may be increased or decreased
• Calcium channel blockers (eg, diltiazem), corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), decongestants (eg, pseudoephedrine), diazoxide, diuretics (eg, furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide), estrogens, hormonal contraceptives (eg, birth control pills), isoniazid, niacin, phenothiazines (eg, promethazine), phenytoin, rifamycins (eg, rifampin), sympathomimetics (eg, albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline), or thyroid supplements (eg, levothyroxine) because they may decrease Glucotrol XL Extended-Release Tablets's effectiveness, resulting in high blood sugar

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