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Glucotrol is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2. The alternative uses of Glucotrol have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Glucotrol is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Glucotrol have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Glucotrol normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Glucotrol's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Glucotrol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Glucotrol related warnings section.
Glucotrol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Glucotrol are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Glucotrol have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Glucotrol is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Glucotrol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Glucotrol safe for pregnant women?
Glucotrol should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Glucotrol safe during breastfeeding?
Glucotrol may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Glucotrol on the Kidneys?
Glucotrol may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Glucotrol on the Liver?
Effects of Glucotrol on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Glucotrol on the Heart?
Glucotrol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Glucotrol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glucotrol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glucotrol habit forming or addictive?
Glucotrol is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Glucotrol since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Glucotrol only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Glucotrol for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Glucotrol
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Glucotrol, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glucotrol
Consuming Glucotrol with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glucotrol - glipizide
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 272
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1156-1158