Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Glucotrol Tablet
Glucotrol Tablet
| Generic name | glipizide |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Sulfonylurea |
| Forms | Extended-release oral tablet (2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg) |
Glucotrol XL is a prescription tablet taken by mouth that is used along with diet and exercise to help control blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. It contains an extended-release form of glipizide, meaning the medicine is released slowly over 24 hours so you only need to take it once a day.
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