Glucotrol
Indicated to address type 2 diabetes mellitus to mitigate high blood sugar levels.
- Category
- Diabetes Management
- Active ingredient
- Glipizide
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet; Prolonged-release tablet
- Strengths
- 5 · 10mg
Glucotrol details
- Condition
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Alternative names
- Minodiab
- Therapeutic class
- Sulfonylurea
- Pharmacological class
- Sulfonylurea
- Contraindications
- type 1 diabetes; diabetic ketoacidosis; hypersensitivity
- Precautions and warnings
- risk of hypoglycaemia; do not skip meals; use caution in hepatic impairment
- Minor side effects
- nausea; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
- hypoglycaemia; rash; dizziness
- Dosage forms
- Tablet; Prolonged-release tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Pfizer
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
- Alcohol; Beta blockers
- Age restrictions
- Not for use in children.
Serious side effects
agranulocytosis, requires immediate medical attention; hepatitis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Indicated to address type 2 diabetes mellitus to mitigate high blood sugar levels.
Mechanism of action
This medication functions by stimulating pancreatic beta cells to produce more insulin, which assists in lowering blood glucose levels. It is primarily used when diet and exercise alone are insufficient.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use is generally avoided; insulin is preferred. Breastfeeding: Not recommended due to potential neonatal hypoglycaemia.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Glucotrol
Glucotrol is a brand containing glipizide, a medication utilized to manage blood sugar levels in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. The same active ingredient is also marketed under the name Minodiab. This medication is supplied in tablet form, available in 5mg and 10mg strengths, and is manufactured by Pfizer.
Buying Glucotrol online
Glucotrol is registered across 13 markets including the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong, with availability also in Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines. Generic glipizide, much of it made in India, is often more affordable than the original brand, making it a sustainable option for residents throughout the region. As one of the most frequently ordered medications for blood sugar support, it is accessible for direct delivery across these regional hubs.