Glipizide is an anti-diabetic medication used to increase insulin production in type 2 diabetes. It is more commonly known by the brand name Glucotrol.

When used in conjunction with lifestyle changes, glipizide can significantly slow or even halt progression of diabetic symptoms. This allows patients to retain their quality of life, and quite possibly increase duration as well. If lifestyle changes are adhered to over time patients are often able to discontinue the medication entirely.

Managing Diabetes with Glipizide

Glipizide offers a simple and noninvasive means of controlling blood glucose---in fact many patients choose to buy glipizide over competing treatments for its convenience:

• Administered by tablet rather than injection
• May reduce or eliminate the need for injected insulin
• Many patients find once-per-day dosing sufficient
• Less costly than many other diabetic medications

As is the case with most diabetic treatments, lifestyle changes are also encouraged. Many patients find they need less reliance on insulin injections as treatment continues, and, if lifestyle changes are adhered to, patients may be able to discontinue use of medications entirely.

The most complicated part of treatment with glipizide is determining the ideal dosage:

• Start with 5 mg taken 30 minutes prior to the first meal of the day. Blood glucose should be monitored closely for several days.
• After several days of monitoring, dosage may be increased in 2.5 to 5 mg increments if needed.
• If dosage increases past 15 mg, it should be divided into two or three smaller doses taken 30 minutes prior to meals throughout the day.
• Do not exceed 40 mg in one day without explicit doctor instruction.

Patients should take care to monitor blood glucose closely at the start of treatment until effects are understood, and likewise be alert for symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Any questions or concerns about treatment should be brought to the attention of a doctor, no matter how trivial they may seem. Diabetes is a serious condition which can lead to catastrophic, life-changing complications if not managed properly.

Before you Buy Glipizide

There are some conditions which increase risk of serious complications during treatment with glipizide, which may call for modified dosing or a different medication altogether, most notable among them being:

• Kidney or liver damage
• Intestinal blockage
• History of chronic diarrhea
• Difficulty getting adequate nutrition
• Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency

Patients with a history of cardiovascular disease should be aware that, while glipizide itself has not been studied in this respect, other medications in the sulfonylurea class (to which glipizide belongs) are associated with increased risk of severe and even fatal cardiovascular events. Those with a history of cardiovascular issues or who are at high risk of developing them should not buy glipizide without first discussing risks and warning signs with a doctor. Alternative medications may be more suitable.

Do not buy glipizide to treat type 1 diabetes; the medication will provide no benefit.

Do not buy glipizide for use in patients under age 18. Effects of the medication have not been studied in younger populations, and still-developing bodies can react quite differently than in mature patients.

Glipizide should not be used in instances of diabetic ketoacidosis; insulin is much more suitable.

The effects of glipizide on unborn or nursing babies are unclear. Patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to conceive should consult a doctor about potential risks versus benefits; uncontrolled diabetes also presents serious risks to both mother and child.

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Clients will need a prescription to buy glipizide from Kiwi Drug. Clients who don't have a current prescription may be issued one by our online doctor. Simply add the product to you cart and start checkout. On the next screen you'll be presented with some questions regarding your medical history and other medications being taken; these are needed for our online doctor to determine if you qualify for the prescription.

Clients who already have a prescription will be given instructions to transfer it to us after completing checkout.

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