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    This document provides information about the medication Glucotrol XL, including its generic and trade names, classification, dose, route of administration, time/frequency, peak onset and duration, normal dosage range, mechanism of action and indications, nursing implications, interactions, lab value alterations, important teaching points for patients, and pre-administration nursing assessment considerations. Glucotrol XL is an antidiabetic sulfonylurea taken orally once daily to lower blood sugar by stimulating insulin release from the pancreas and increasing insulin sensitivity; nursing focuses on monitoring for and preventing hypoglycemia.

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    Glipizide Glucotrol XL Drug Card

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    This document provides information about the medication Glucotrol XL, including its generic and trade names, classification, dose, route of administration, time/frequency, peak onset and duration, normal dosage range, mechanism of action and indications, nursing implications, interactions, lab value alterations, important teaching points for patients, and pre-administration nursing assessment considerations. Glucotrol XL is an antidiabetic sulfonylurea taken orally once daily to lower blood sugar by stimulating insulin release from the pancreas and increasing insulin sensitivity; nursing focuses on monitoring for and preventing hypoglycemia.

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    This document provides information about the medication Glucotrol XL, including its generic and trade names, classification, dose, route of administration, time/frequency, peak onset and duration, normal dosage range, mechanism of action and indications, nursing implications, interactions, lab value alterations, important teaching points for patients, and pre-administration nursing assessment considerations. Glucotrol XL is an antidiabetic sulfonylurea taken orally once daily to lower blood sugar by stimulating insulin release from the pancreas and increasing insulin sensitivity; nursing focuses on monitoring for and preventing hypoglycemia.

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    Glipizide Glucotrol XL Drug Card

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    This document provides information about the medication Glucotrol XL, including its generic and trade names, classification, dose, route of administration, time/frequency, peak onset and duration, normal dosage range, mechanism of action and indications, nursing implications, interactions, lab value alterations, important teaching points for patients, and pre-administration nursing assessment considerations. Glucotrol XL is an antidiabetic sulfonylurea taken orally once daily to lower blood sugar by stimulating insulin release from the pancreas and increasing insulin sensitivity; nursing focuses on monitoring for and preventing hypoglycemia.

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    NURS 1566 Clinical Form 3: Clinical Medications Worksheets

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    Generic Name Trade Name Classification Dose Route Time/frequency


    glipizide Glucotrol XL Antidiabetics, 10 mg PO daily
    sulfonylureas
    Peak Onset Duration Normal dosage range
    1-2 hr 15-30 min up to 24 hr 5 mg/day initially, increased as needed (range 2.5-40 mg/day); XL
    dosage form is given once daily. Doses >15 mg/day may be given as 2
    divided doses of regular-release product (not XL). (Geriatric
    Patients ): 2.5 mg/day initially.
    Why is your patient getting this medication For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and/or solutions
    Diabetes mellitus N/A

    Mechanism of action and indications Nursing Implications (what to focus on)


    (Why med ordered) Contraindications/warnings/interactions
    Lowers blood sugar by stimulating the release of insulin from Hypersensitivity. Hypersensitivity to sulfonamides (cross-sensitivity
    the pancreas and increasing the sensitivity to insulin at receptor may occur). Insulin-dependent diabetics. Diabetic coma or
    sites. May also decrease hepatic glucose production. ketoacidosis. Severe renal, hepatic, thyroid, or other endocrine
    disease. Uncontrolled infection, serious burns, or trauma. Geriatric
    patients (increased sensitivity; dosage reduction may be required).
    Severe renal disease (increased risk of hypoglycemia). Infection,
    stress, or changes in diet may alter requirements for control of blood
    sugar. Malnutrition, high fever, prolonged nausea, or vomiting.
    Common side effects
    Photosensitivity, hypoglycemia, APLASTIC ANEMIA

    Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal medicines Lab value alterations caused by medicine
    (ask patient specifically) May cause an increase in AST, LDH, BUN, and serum creatinine.
    Patients on concurrent beta-blocker therapy may have very
    subtle signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia. Like Toprol XL Be sure to teach the patient the following about this medication
    Do not take if unable to eat. If hypoglycemia occurs, advise patient to
    drink a glass of orange juice or ingest 2-3 tsp of sugar, honey, or corn
    syrup dissolved in water or an appropriate number of glucose tablets
    and call Dr. Encourage patient to follow prescribed diet, medication,
    and exercise regimen to prevent hypoglycemic or hyperglycemic
    episodes. Advise patient to carry a form of sugar (sugar packets, candy)
    and identification describing disease process and medication regimen
    at all times. Advise patient to notify health care professional promptly
    if unusual weight gain, swelling of ankles, drowsiness, shortness of
    breath, muscle cramps, weakness, sore throat, rash, or unusual
    bleeding or bruising occurs. Emphasize the importance of routine
    follow-up exams.
    Nursing Process- Assessment Assessment Evaluation
    (Pre-administration assessment) Why would you hold or not give this med? Check after giving
    Observe for signs and symptoms of hypoglycemic Overdose is manifested by symptoms of Control of blood glucose levels
    reactions (sweating, hunger, weakness, dizziness, hypoglycemia. Mild hypoglycemia may be without the appearance of
    tremor, tachycardia, anxiety). treated with administration of oral glucose. hypoglycemic or hyperglycemic
    episodes.

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