Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Glipizide, Metformin Hydrochloride?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-breathing problems
-dark urine
-feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
-fever, chills, sore throat
-muscle aches or pains
-redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-signs and symptoms of low blood sugar such as feeling anxious, confusion, dizziness, increased hunger, unusually weak or tired, sweating, shakiness, cold, irritable, headache, blurred vision, fast heartbeat, loss of consciousness
-slow or irregular heartbeat
-unusual bleeding or bruising
-unusual stomach upset or pain
-vomiting
-yellowing of the eyes or skin

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

-diarrhea
-dizziness
-headache
-gas
-metallic taste in mouth
-upset stomach

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Glipizide, Metformin Hydrochloride. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Source: FDA