Glipizide is a prescription medication used to treat type 2 diabetes. Glipizide belongs to a group of drugs called sulfonylureas, which help lower blood sugar levels by causing the pancreas to secrete insulin.

This medication comes in regular tablet and extended release tablet forms. The regular tablet is taken one or more times a day before meals. The extended-release tablet is taken once a day with breakfast.

Common side effects of glipizide include nausea, diarrhea, and gas. Glipizide can cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how glipizide affects you.