Glucotrol is a prescription drug that is approved to lower blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV page explains how the drug works to increase insulin production, lists potential side effects, and covers general dosing guidelines.
This eMedTV Web page lists common Glucotrol side effects, including dizziness, gas, and diarrhea. This page also highlights some of the more serious side effects that should be reported to a doctor, such as chest pains and shortness of breath.
What is Glucotrol used for? The medication treats type 2 diabetes by lowering blood sugar levels. This eMedTV article explains how Glucotrol increases insulin production in the body and also explains why the medicine is not used in children.
As this eMedTV article explains, the recommended starting Glucotrol dosage is usually 5 mg, taken each day before breakfast. The dose may be lower for certain types of people. This page also outlines some tips on taking the medication.
This eMedTV Web page describes the potential drug interactions with Glucotrol that can occur when it is taken with other medicines, such as thyroid medications, estrogens, and decongestants. The problems these interactions can cause are also listed.
This eMedTV segment describes several precautions and warnings with Glucotrol, such as potential allergic reactions, the risk of low blood sugar, and the danger of taking the drug when pregnant. This page also explains who should not take the drug.
It may not be safe to take Glucotrol during pregnancy. This portion of the eMedTV library explains why the FDA has classified Glucotrol as a pregnancy Category C medication based on the results of animal studies and the rating system in general.
A generic Glucotrol and Glucotrol XL are currently available for sale. This page of the eMedTV archives explains how the FDA rates generic versions of brand-name drugs and what this means with regards to Glucotrol (which has an "AB" rating).
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