About glipizide
Sulfonylurea antidiabetic
Used for
- Treats type 2 diabetes alongside diet and exercise
Usual adult dose
Usually 5 mg once daily before breakfast; dose may be adjusted by blood sugar response.
Common side effects
- Low blood sugar
- Nausea or diarrhea
- Dizziness or headache
- Weight gain
Important warnings
- Can cause severe low blood sugar, especially with missed meals or alcohol.
- Not used for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.
- Use cautiously with liver or kidney problems.
- Monitor blood sugar regularly.
Pregnancy
Insulin is generally preferred during pregnancy; discuss treatment with a clinician.
Breastfeeding
Use caution; breastfeeding suitability should be reviewed with a clinician.
Interactions
- Alcohol may increase low blood sugar risk.
- Some antibiotics, antifungals, and other medicines can increase its effects.
- Corticosteroids and some diuretics may raise blood sugar.
- Other diabetes medicines can increase low blood sugar risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.