The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Diarrhea (18%)
- Headache (13%)
- Cold or flu infection (10%)
- Low blood sugar levels (9%)
- Muscle pain (8%)
- Nausea, vomiting (8%)
- Stomach pain (6%)
- Dizziness (5%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Urinary tract infection
- Liver problems
Glipizide/Metformin serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Lactic acidosis: muscle pain, severe stomach pain, shallow breathing, tiredness or weakness, change in heartbeat
- Dangerously low blood sugar levels: feeling hungry, fast heartbeat, shakiness, anxiety, sweating, tingling, dizziness, weakness, drowsiness, confusion, coma
Source: DailyMed
The following Glipizide/Metformin side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
blurred vision
chills
cold sweats
coma
confusion
cool pale skin
dizziness
fast heartbeat
headache
increased hunger
nervousness
nightmares
seizures
shakiness
slurred speech
unusual tiredness or weakness
Less common
Bladder pain
bloody or cloudy urine
difficult, burning, or painful urination
frequent urge to urinate
lower back or side pain
pounding in the ears
slow heartbeat
Rare
Abdominal discomfort
decreased appetite
fainting spells
fast, shallow breathing
general feeling of discomfort
muscle pain or cramping
shortness of breath
sleepiness
Symptoms of Overdose
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Abdominal discomfort
behavior change, similar to drunkenness
blurred vision
cold sweats
coma
confusion
cool, pale skin
decreased appetite
difficulty in concentrating
drowsiness
excessive hunger
fast heartbeat
fast, shallow breathing
general feeling of discomfort
headache
muscle pain or cramping
nervousness
nightmares
restless sleep
seizures
shakiness
slurred speech
unusual sleepiness
unusual tiredness or weakness
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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