Glipizide 10 mg Tablets — Generic For Glucotrol — Advagen

Medication Summary

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Overview

Glipizide tablets are an oral blood-glucose-lowering medicine in the sulfonylurea class. They are used along with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

The tablets are available in multiple strengths, including 10 mg. The label describes glipizide as working mainly by stimulating insulin release from functioning beta cells in the pancreas.

Glipizide is not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. The label warns that sulfonylureas can cause severe hypoglycemia and that blood glucose should be monitored regularly.

Storage Information

STORAGE: Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

Key Counseling Points

• Take glipizide as directed and follow the prescribed diet and exercise plan.
• The label says glipizide is usually given about 30 minutes before a meal.
• Check blood glucose regularly; urine glucose may also be monitored.
• Learn the signs and treatment of low blood sugar, since hypoglycemia can occur.
• Tell the prescriber about all medicines you take, because many drugs can affect glipizide or blood sugar control.
• Alcohol, missed meals, prolonged exercise, and taking more than one glucose-lowering drug can increase hypoglycemia risk.
• If blood glucose control worsens during illness, fever, trauma, infection, or surgery, the label says insulin may be needed.
• Report signs of skin reactions, jaundice, or unusual symptoms to a healthcare professional promptly.
• Pregnancy and nursing require special consideration in the label; discuss use with the prescriber.
• Keep the medicine in a tightly closed container with a child-resistant closure.

Helpful Patient Education

Glipizide tablets are an oral sulfonylurea medicine used with diet and exercise to help improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. According to the label, glipizide lowers blood glucose mainly by stimulating insulin release from functioning pancreatic beta cells.

This product information page summarizes key DailyMed labeling topics such as approved use, dosing considerations, common adverse reactions, warnings about hypoglycemia, and important drug interaction precautions. It is educational content based on the package insert and is not a substitute for medical advice.

Medication Summary last generated: 2026-07-06 02:47:46