Glipizide

Other names: Glocotrol, Metaglip

Commonly prescribed for: Glipizide is generally prescribed for treating type 2 diabetes (a condition where the body doesn’t uses insulin normally, thereby cannot control the quantity of sugar present in the blood). It is commonly used with other medications.

How to take it: Glipizide is available in the form of a tablet to be taken via mouth. This medication is normally taken once every day, half an hour before taking breakfast. Take this medication as prescribed, even if you feel good.

How it works: This medication works to stimulate the ability of the pancreas to secrete insulin and hence helps the body to use insulin efficiently.

Side effects: Common side effects include shakiness, clumsy or jerky movements, dizziness or lightheadedness, hunger, sweating, pale skin, nervousness or irritability, tingling in the hands, and sudden changes in behavior. Some serious side effects include confusion, extreme thirst, blurred vision, frequent urination, skin rash, sore throat, itchiness or redness, fever, exaggerated sunburn, unusual bleeding or bruising, yellowing of the skin, dark urine, weakness, and loss of consciousness.