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Glipizide and Metformin (Systemic)
Brand name(s): Metaglip
Description
Glipizide and Metformin (GLIP-i-zide and met-FOR-min) combination is used to treat high blood sugar levels that are caused by a type of diabetes mellitus or sugar diabetes called type 2 diabetes. Normally, after you eat, your pancreas releases insulin to help your body store excess sugar for later use. This process occurs during normal digestion of food. In type 2 diabetes, your body does not work properly to store the excess sugar and the sugar remains in your bloodstream. Chronic high blood sugar can lead to serious health problems in the future. Proper diet is the first step in managing type 2 diabetes but often medicines are needed to help your body. With two actions, the combination of glipizide and metformin helps your body cope with high blood sugar. Glipizide stimulates the release of insulin from the pancreas, directing your body to store blood sugar. Metformin has three different actions: it slows the absorption of sugar in your small intestine; it also stops your liver from converting stored sugar into blood sugar; and it helps your body use your natural insulin more efficiently.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:
- Tablets (U.S.)
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How effective has Glipizide Been For You
Good Evening, About six months ago, I was surprisingly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and was originally put on insulin when I was hospitalized. After two months, I was given an oral medication called Glipizide and was even sent home on that medication. I have found the results from this medication far more successful than when I was on an insulin shot. I would enjoy corresponding with others who are on this medication. Did you experience any side effects or how succedssful has it been with you? Thank You-Tony ![[Cool]](cool.gif)
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How effective has Glipizide Been For You
I've been Type 2 for about a year. The doc and I have been switching medication for the past 6 months and I have only been on Glipizide for about 2-3 months (replaced Glyburide). 5mg twice a day and Actos once a day.
Personally I don't think either Glipizide or Glyburide is extremely effective for me. My peaks are lower, but that could be just from better eating.
Actos takes several week to several months to become affective and I believe it is the reason for my recent lower numbers during the day.
Neither drug is lowering my morning readings which typically ranges from 120-140.
Buy the book "The Diabetic Bible". The chapter on drugs is worth the price alone.
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How effective has Glipizide Been For You
Hi Grumpy,
Just stArted taking Glipizide this week. Was dianoised with type two friday. Was in hospital over night with reading as high as 675..my mg is 10 . I dont know what to exspect. i still work and need to get back hope mine will regulat. Do you have any thing you can tell me to exspect with this drug...my sugar is only down to 285,
was 161 yesterday morning. thanks
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Hi I am 30 years old and currently have one child. I have not menstrated for seven years and have been unable to have another child despite many attempts. I have PCOD and Metformin is a med I took for that. I was on it for a year and nothing.I finally made an appointment with a spec. and he put me on provera to "bring down my cycle". Like clock work, it happened. He has now put me on Clomid, which I am due to start in one day, to "spark" ovulation. My clock is ticking and I want to have another child. This entire deal is new to me and was wanting to know if anyone had any pointers. I also found out none of this is covered by insurance! Ouch
:-( thank you in advance for your support.
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