What is the brand name for Glipizide?
The brand name for Glipizide is Glucotrol.
PTCB TOP 200 · #42
Glipizide
Glucotrol
Glipizide is the generic name for the brand-name drug Glucotrol. It is a sulfonylurea used to treat type 2 diabetes. On the PTCE Top 200 drug list, Glipizide ranks #42 and is one of the most frequently tested endocrine/diabetes medications — commonly quizzed on its brand–generic pair, drug class, and key side effects.
| Generic name | Glipizide |
|---|---|
| Brand name(s) | Glucotrol |
| Drug class | Sulfonylurea |
| Class group | Endocrine/Diabetes |
| Common use | type 2 diabetes |
| DEA schedule | Unscheduled |
| Availability | Prescription only (Rx) |
What is Glipizide used for?
• Type 2 diabetes mellitus: improve glycemic control as an adjunct to diet and exercise.
What drug class is Glipizide?
Glipizide is a Sulfonylurea in the Endocrine/Diabetes group. Knowing the class is the fastest way to predict its uses, side effects, and the brand↔generic pairs the PTCE tests.
Common side effects of Glipizide
- arrow_rightHypoglycemia
- arrow_rightNausea
- arrow_rightDizziness
- arrow_rightWeight gain
Major interactions
- arrow_rightInsulin or other antidiabetic agents ↑ hypoglycemia risk
- arrow_rightBeta-blockers may mask hypoglycemia symptoms
- arrow_rightAlcohol may cause hypoglycemia and disulfiram-like reactions
- arrow_rightSome azole antifungals, macrolides, sulfonamides, fluoroquinolones may ↑ hypoglycemia risk
Is Glipizide a controlled substance?
No. Glipizide is not a federally controlled substance (it is unscheduled by the DEA).
How to remember Glipizide (PTCE mnemonic)
GLU-cotrol controls GLUcose — gli-PIZIDE makes pancreas release insulin. 30 min before meals; HYPO-glycemia + weight gain; no sulfa allergy.
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PTCE exam tip
Sulfonylureas like glipizide push insulin out — so unlike metformin, they CAN cause hypoglycemia. Take before a meal.
Glipizide FAQ
What is Glipizide used for?
Glipizide is used to treat type 2 diabetes. • Type 2 diabetes mellitus: improve glycemic control as an adjunct to diet and exercise.
What drug class is Glipizide?
Glipizide is a Sulfonylurea (Endocrine/Diabetes group).
Is Glipizide a controlled substance?
No. Glipizide is not a federally controlled substance (it is unscheduled by the DEA).
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