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			==Common Strengths of Glipizide Tablet==
			Glipizide tablets are available in the following strengths:
			*2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg tablets (immediate-release and extended-release)

			==Drug Trade Names of Glipizide Tablet==
			*Glucotrol
			*Glucotrol XL

			==Drug Usag==
			Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus

			==Mechanism of Action==
			Stimulates insulin release from pancreatic beta cells

			==Route of Administration==
			Glipizide is administered orally

			==Dosages==
			*Initially 2.5 - 5 mg once daily. The maximum recommended daily dosage is 20 mg.
			*Hypertension/Heart failure: No specific adjustments
			*Diabetic kidney disease: Start with 2.5 mg daily, adjust carefully

			==Side Effects==
			{\| class="wikitable"
			!style="text-align: left"\| Frequency
			!Adverse reactions
			\|-
			\| '''Common
			\| Hypoglycemia
			\|-
			\| rowspan="3" \| '''Uncommon
			\| Nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, headache
			\|-
			\| Allergic skin reactions, blood dyscrasias
			\|-
			\| Hepatitis
			\|}
			The main symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) include:
			*Feel hungry
			*Weakness and dizziness
			*Feeling anxious or irritable
			*Sweating and chills
			*Tremble
			*Tingling of lips
			*Palpitations
			*Vision changes, such as blurred vision
			*Confused

			==Pharmacokinetics==
			*Absorption
			**Rapid and complete. Peak plasma concentrations occur 1 to 3 hours after a single oral dose. For extended-release formulations, peak plasma concentrations are reached within 6 to 12 hours.
			*Metabolism
			**Occurs mainly in the liver
			*Elimination
			**Mainly in urine, half-life 2 to 5 hours
			The glucose-lowering effect of glipizide can last for up to 24 hours.

			==Drug Precautions==
			'''Pregnancy

			Avoid use, insulin preferred

			'''Breastfeeding

			Not recommended

			'''Children and Elderly

			Not for children, use caution in elderly

			'''Renal impairment

			Start with lower dose, adjust carefully

			'''Monitoring requirements
			*Regular blood glucose monitoring
			*HbA1c levels
			*Renal and liver function tests

			'''Drug interactions

			NSAIDs, beta-blockers, antifungals may enhance the hypoglycemic effect

			==FAQ==
			'''How Should I Take the Tablet?

			Take 30 minutes before meals.

			'''What Should I Avoid While Taking?
			Alcohol, skipping meals

			'''What Happens if I Miss a Dose?

			Take as soon as remembered if within a few hours, otherwise skip and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double dose.

Zeki at 03:32, 4 July 2024

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			'''Drug class: [[:Category: Sulfonylureas \| Sulfonylureas]]'''

			'''Glipizide (GLUCOTROL)'''（中文：[[格列吡嗪]]）
	==Pronunciation==		==Pronunciation==
	===Glipizide 5mg===		===Glipizide 5mg===
	[[File:Glipizide 5mg.mp3]]		[[File:Glipizide 5mg.mp3]]

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==Pronunciation==
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