Glucotrol
Type 2 Diabetes
Treatment
2 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Glucotrol
Treatment for
Type 2 Diabetes
What is Glucotrol
Glipizide
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Glipizide is a medication used to control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. It was first introduced in 1984 and is used in many countries. Glipizide is part of a group of drugs called sulfonylureas and is usually prescribed when type 2 diabetes is in the early stages and the pancreas is still functioning properly. Glipizide has a short half-life and duration of action compared to other sulfonylureas, which means it is less likely to cause long-lasting low blood sugar levels. Glipizide was approved by the FDA in 1994 and is available on its
Glipizide
is the brand name
Glucotrol Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Glipizide
Glipizide
1984
471
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Glipizide, also called Glipizide, is approved by the FDA for 2 uses such as Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Type 2 Diabetes .
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Helps manage Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Type 2 Diabetes
Helps manage Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Effectiveness
How Glucotrol Affects Patients
Glipizide is a medicine used to lower blood sugar levels. It usually starts working within 30 minutes after taking it and can last up to 24 hours. Over time, taking glipizide does not result in higher fasting insulin levels, but it does increase the insulin response to food. It works primarily on the pancreas to release insulin, but it can also affect other body cells. It can cause hypoglycemia and weight gain in some people, and may lead to the pancreas becoming less responsive over time. Other effects of glipizide include increased glucose uptake in the muscles, decreased lipolysis in
How Glucotrol works in the body
Glipizide is a drug used to treat type 2 diabetes. It encourages the body to produce more insulin, which helps to keep blood glucose levels in check. Glipizide works by binding to special receptors on the surface of pancreatic beta cells in the pancreas. This causes potassium channels to close and calcium channels to open, which triggers the release of insulin from the cells. Additionally, glipizide increases the number and sensitivity of insulin receptors, which helps the body use glucose more effectively.
When to interrupt dosage
The quantity of Glucotrol is contingent upon the identified condition. The dosage is subject to the technique of delivery (e.g. Tablet - Oral or Tablet, film coated - Oral) detailed in the table below.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Type 2 Diabetes
2.5 mg, , 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg
Oral, , Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Warnings
Glucotrol Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Acute Coryza
Do Not Combine
Metabolic acidosis
Do Not Combine
Comatose
Do Not Combine
Comatose
Do Not Combine
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Do Not Combine
Comatose
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Glucotrol.
Common Glucotrol Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
(R)-warfarin
Minor
Glipizide may increase the anticoagulant activities of (R)-warfarin.
(S)-Warfarin
Minor
Glipizide may increase the anticoagulant activities of (S)-Warfarin.
Abrocitinib
Minor
The metabolism of Abrocitinib can be decreased when combined with Glipizide.
Aclidinium
Minor
Glipizide may decrease the excretion rate of Aclidinium which could result in a higher serum level.
Acrivastine
Minor
Glipizide may decrease the excretion rate of Acrivastine which could result in a higher serum level.
Glucotrol Toxicity & Overdose Risk
The lowest amount of glipizide that has been found to be toxic in rats is greater than 4000 mg/kg when taken orally and 1200 mg/kg when taken intraperitoneally. In children, the lowest toxic dose is 379 μg/kg. Signs of an overdose may include coma, seizures, or other neurological problems caused by dangerously low blood sugar levels. These symptoms require immediate treatment with glucagon or intravenous glucose and close monitoring for at least 24 to 48 hours, since hypoglycemia may come back after initial recovery. Milder symptoms with no loss of consciousness or neurologic changes can be treated with oral glucose.
Glucotrol Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Glucotrol?
162 ongoing studies are assessing the potential of Glucotrol to treat Type 2 Diabetes.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Type 2 Diabetes
167 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 4, Early Phase 1
Glucotrol Reviews: What are patients saying about Glucotrol?
5
Patient Review
2/17/2010
Glucotrol for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
5
Patient Review
8/14/2017
Glucotrol for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
5
Patient Review
4/10/2012
Glucotrol for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
4.7
Patient Review
7/20/2008
Glucotrol for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
4.7
Patient Review
6/5/2012
Glucotrol for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
4.3
Patient Review
6/29/2009
Glucotrol for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
3.3
Patient Review
4/28/2014
Glucotrol for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
3
Patient Review
5/8/2015
Glucotrol for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
2.7
Patient Review
6/14/2008
Glucotrol for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
2.3
Patient Review
4/20/2013
Glucotrol for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
1
Patient Review
8/31/2010
Glucotrol for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
1
Patient Review
8/22/2013
Glucotrol for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Patient Q&A Section about glucotrol
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Is Glucotrol an insulin?
"Glipizide works by making the pancreas produce insulin, which helps the body to break down sugar. It also helps the body to use insulin effectively."
Answered by AI
What is the drug Glucotrol used for?
"Glipizide is used in conjunction with diet and exercise to help control high blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. It may also be used in combination with other diabetes medications. By controlling high blood sugar levels, it helps to prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems."
Answered by AI
What kind of drug is Glucotrol?
"A prescription medication called Glucotrol is used to treat the symptoms of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Glucotrol can be used alone or with other medications. It belongs to a class of antidiabetic drugs called sulfonylureas."
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Is Glucotrol the same as metformin?
"Metformin is a medication used to treat polycystic ovaries and weight gain due to medications used for treating psychoses. Metformin is sold under the brand names Glumetza, Glucophage, and Fortamet. Glipizide is another medication used to treat these conditions and it is sold under the brand names Glucotrol and Glucotrol XL."
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