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Glipizide - Medication Overview

Glipizide is an oral medication belonging to the sulfonylurea class that is used for lowering blood glucose. Push Health can connect people in need of a glipizide prescription, including glipizide 5 mg tablets, glipizide 10 mg tablets and glipizide ER, with a licensed medical provider who can prescribe medication if it is appropriate and to do so.

How Does Glipizide Work?

How does glipizide work? Glipizide, marketed under the name Glucotrol, is used in diabetes management and indicated in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus for improving glycemic control as an adjunct to diet and exercise. Glipizide is thought to work by stimulating the beta cells of the pancreatic islet tissue to secrete insulin. By increasing the secretion of insulin, glipizide is thought to lower blood glucose levels. Glipizide and metformin (Glucophage) are sometimes used together for better blood glucose management. Glipizide is also being studied for the effect it might have on the process of angiogenesis.

Glipizide - Dosage and Cost

Glipizide belongs to a class of medications known as sulfonylurea medications. Glipizide is a white, odorless powder that is insoluble in water. For many patients, the starting dose used is 5 mg before breakfast and dosage adjustments are done in 2.5 mg increments. Glipizide tablets are white, dye-free scored available as 5 mg tablets and 10 mg tablets. While the elimination half-life of glipizide is up to 4 hours, some people experience blood sugar control for as long as 24 hours after a dose. Peak plasma concentrations after an oral dose occur within 3 hours. Glipizide is also available in an extended release (ER) formulation. Glipizide tablets are considered affordable at under fifteen cents per pill and can be found on the $4 prescription list at many pharmacies. For people paying out of pocket, glipizide coupons can sometimes be found online or from other sources. Additionally, insurance may cover the cost of glipizide medication.

Can I Buy Glipizide Online?

Glipizide is a prescription medication. Because of this, one cannot just buy glipizide online in the United States and glipizide OTC (over-the-counter) is not available for purchase. The first step to getting a glipizide medication prescription is consulting a licensed medical provider. Push Health can help people who might need a glipizide tablet prescription, including glipizide ER, glipizide 5 mg and glipizide 10 mg tablets, get connected with a licensed medical provider who can prescribe glipizide when appropriate.

Glipizide - Side Effects

Glipizide prescription medication, like other medications for diabetes, can cause side effects in some people but is generally well tolerated. Side effects after glipizide use include nausea, diarrhea, headache, hypoglycemia and loss of blood glucose control. Glipizide is contraindicated in patients with type I diabetes mellitus and diabetic ketoacidosis. Glipizide medication and alcohol should not be used together. Concerns and questions regarding glipizide's side effects should be directed to one's medical provider and pharmacist prior to use.

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