GLUCOTROL® XL What are the possible side effects of GLUCOTROL XL?

(glipizide extended release tablets)

What are the possible side effects of GLUCOTROL XL?

GLUCOTROL XL can cause serious side effects, including:
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Low blood sugar. GLUCOTROL XL may cause low blood sugar. Signs and symptoms of low blood sugar may include:
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a cold clammy feeling
•
unusual sweating
•
dizziness
•
weakness
•
trembling
•
shakiness
•
hunger
•
fast heartbeat
•
headache
•
blurred vision
•
slurred speech
•
tingling in the lips or hands

If you have signs or symptoms of low blood sugar, eat or drink something with sugar in it right away. If you do not feel better or your blood sugar level does not go up, call your healthcare provider or go to the nearest emergency room.
The most common side effects of GLUCOTROL XL include: dizziness, diarrhea, nervousness, tremor, and gas.
These are not all the possible side effects of GLUCOTROL XL. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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What are the possible side effects of GLUCOTROL XL?

What are the possible side effects of GLUCOTROL XL?

GLUCOTROL XL can cause serious side effects, including:
•
Low blood sugar. GLUCOTROL XL may cause low blood sugar. Signs and symptoms of low blood sugar may include:
•
a cold clammy feeling
•
unusual sweating
•
dizziness
•
weakness
•
trembling
•
shakiness
•
hunger
•
fast heartbeat
•
headache
•
blurred vision
•
slurred speech
•
tingling in the lips or hands

If you have signs or symptoms of low blood sugar, eat or drink something with sugar in it right away. If you do not feel better or your blood sugar level does not go up, call your healthcare provider or go to the nearest emergency room.
The most common side effects of GLUCOTROL XL include: dizziness, diarrhea, nervousness, tremor, and gas.
These are not all the possible side effects of GLUCOTROL XL. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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What are the possible side effects of GLUCOTROL XL?

What are the possible side effects of GLUCOTROL XL?

GLUCOTROL XL can cause serious side effects, including:
•
Low blood sugar. GLUCOTROL XL may cause low blood sugar. Signs and symptoms of low blood sugar may include:
•
a cold clammy feeling
•
unusual sweating
•
dizziness
•
weakness
•
trembling
•
shakiness
•
hunger
•
fast heartbeat
•
headache
•
blurred vision
•
slurred speech
•
tingling in the lips or hands

If you have signs or symptoms of low blood sugar, eat or drink something with sugar in it right away. If you do not feel better or your blood sugar level does not go up, call your healthcare provider or go to the nearest emergency room.
The most common side effects of GLUCOTROL XL include: dizziness, diarrhea, nervousness, tremor, and gas.
These are not all the possible side effects of GLUCOTROL XL. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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