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Glipicontin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2. The alternative uses of Glipicontin have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Glipicontin. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Glipicontin have been listed ahead. These side effects of Glipicontin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Glipicontin is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Glipicontin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Glipicontin related warnings section.
Glipicontin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Glipicontin in conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Kidney Disease. The section on Glipicontin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Glipicontin with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Glipicontin is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Glipicontin 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 Glipicontin safe for pregnant women?
Glipicontin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Glipicontin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Glipicontin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Glipicontin on the Kidneys?
There may be some severe side effects of Glipicontin on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Glipicontin on the Liver?
Use of Glipicontin may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Glipicontin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Glipicontin on the heart have been reported.
Glipicontin 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 Glipicontin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glipicontin habit forming or addictive?
Glipicontin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Glipicontin since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Glipicontin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Glipicontin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Glipicontin
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Glipicontin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glipicontin
Consumption of alcohol and Glipicontin together may have severe effects on your health.
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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