Glucotrol Xl

Glipizide

Glucotrol Xl is a diabetes medication containing Glipizide, available as 5/10mg tablets.

Category
Diabetes
Active ingredient
Glipizide
Route
Oral use
Form
Prolonged-release tablet
Strengths
5/10mg

Prescription rules on Glucotrol Xl vary by country.

Details

Alternative Name
Minodiab
Therapeutic Class
Sulfonylurea
Pharmacological Class
Sulfonylurea
Minor Side Effects
dizziness, headache, nausea
Moderate Side Effects
skin rash, weight gain
Dosage Forms
Prolonged-release tablet
Administration Route
Oral use
Prescription Status
Available without prescription
Manufacturer
Pfizer
Onset Time
1–3 hours
Duration
12–24 hours
Storage Instructions
Store at controlled room temperature.
Drug Interactions
alcohol, beta-blockers, anticoagulants
Age Restrictions
Not recommended for children.