Glucotrol XL
Glucotrol XL is glipizide 5mg and 10mg in a prolonged-release tablet for type 2 diabetes mellitus. A second-generation sulfonylurea.
- Category
- Diabetes Management
- Active ingredient
- Glipizide
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Prolonged-release tablet
- Strengths
- 5 · 10mg
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Glucotrol XL details
- Condition
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Alternative names
- Minodiab
- Therapeutic class
- Sulfonylurea
- Pharmacological class
- Sulfonylurea
- Precautions and warnings
- risk of hypoglycaemia; avoid skipping meals; caution in elderly patients
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; headache; nausea
- Moderate side effects
- skin rash; weight gain
- Dosage forms
- Prolonged-release tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- 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.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Not recommended. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Contraindications
type 1 diabetes; diabetic ketoacidosis; severe hepatic impairment; hypersensitivity to sulfonylureas
Serious side effects
severe hypoglycaemia, requires immediate medical attention; jaundice, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Glucotrol XL is glipizide 5mg and 10mg in a prolonged-release tablet for type 2 diabetes mellitus. A second-generation sulfonylurea.
Mechanism of action
Glipizide is a second-generation sulfonylurea. It lowers blood sugar by stimulating the release of insulin from the beta cells of the pancreas.
About Glucotrol XL
Glucotrol XL is a brand of glipizide, intended for the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. The same active ingredient is also sold as Minodiab, supplied as a tablet in strengths of 5mg and 10mg. This oral medication assists in achieving better glucose control.
Buying Glucotrol XL online
Generic glipizide, much of which is made in India, is far more affordable than the original brand, providing an accessible solution for expats and people living in areas without a well-stocked pharmacy.