Rs.17.50for 1 strip(s) (10 tablet sr each)
food interaction for Glipixor Tablet SR
alcohol interaction for Glipixor Tablet SR
pregnancy interaction for Glipixor Tablet SR
lactation interaction for Glipixor Tablet SR
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is to be taken on an empty stomach.
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CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR.
CAUTION
The safety of Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
CAUTION
SALT INFORMATION FOR Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR
Glipizide(10mg)
Glipixor tablet sr uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.
How glipixor tablet sr works
Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas in order to lower blood glucose.
Common side effects of glipixor tablet sr
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Nausea, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Flatulence, Abdominal discomfort, Nervousness, Tremors
SUBSTITUTES FOR Glipixor Tablet SR
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Expert advice FOR Glipixor Tablet SR
- Take it shortly before or with the first main meal of the day (usually breakfast). Avoid skipping meals.
- Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Glipizide affects you.
- It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
- Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.
- Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms, such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
Frequently asked questions FOR Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR
Glipizide
Q. What is the best time to take Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR?
Take Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR before meals or exactly as instructed by your doctor. There is evidence stating that Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR works best at controlling post meal high blood sugar levels when taken 30 minutes before breakfast. So, if you are supposed to take it once daily, take it in the morning before breakfast with a glass of water.
Q. Is Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR the same as metformin?
No, Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is not the same as metformin. Although both these oral medicines are used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, the way they work to reduce the sugar levels are different. While Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR acts by increasing the secretion of insulin by the pancreas, metformin acts by improving the functioning and effectiveness of the insulin already available in the body.
Q. Is Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR bad for kidneys?
No, Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR is not harmful if your kidney function is normal. Any previous case of kidney problem should be informed to the doctor, so that the use of Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR can be assessed. This is done in order to analyze whether Glipixor 10mg Tablet SR can be given or not because it is principally excreted by the kidney. If you have kidney problems you will be started at a lower dose.









