3 Pill — ORANGE ROUND, 6mm — Glipizide
| Imprint | 3 |
|---|---|
| Colour | ORANGE |
| Shape | ROUND |
| Size | 6 |
| Strength | GLIPIZIDE 5 mg |
| Dosage form | Tablet, Extended Release |
| Manufacturer | NorthStar Rx LLC |
| NDC | 16714-895 |
| Schedule | — |
| Availability | Prescription only |
| Ingredients | GLIPIZIDE[GLIPIZIDE] |
What does this imprint mean?
The imprint "3" is a code stamped or printed on the tablet or capsule by the manufacturer, used to identify the drug, its strength and the maker.
Active ingredient
Glipizide
Uses and warnings
Key Warnings: - Hypoglycemia: "All sulfonylurea drugs, including glipizide extended-release tablets, are capable of producing severe hypoglycemia." Risk increases with combination therapy. Higher risk in elderly, renally impaired, and debilitated patients. - Hemolytic Anemia: Can occur in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficient patients; avoid use in this population. - Cardiovascular Mortality: Based on historical UGDP study, oral hypoglycemic drugs associated with increased cardiovascular mortality compared to diet alone. - Gastrointestinal Obstruction: Avoid in patients with severe preexisting gastrointestinal narrowing due to extended-release formulation.
"Glipizide extended-release tablets are indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus." Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.
How to identify this pill
- • Check the imprint matches exactly: "3".
- • Confirm the colour (ORANGE) and shape (ROUND).
- • Compare the size (6) against a ruler if possible.
- • When in doubt, confirm with a pharmacist before taking any medication.
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Official references
Source: FDA Structured Product Label via NLM Pillbox archive (retired 2021); source file 7e7128cc-0da0-4199-9110-46c97fef6cf8.xml