398 Pill — WHITE ROUND, 8mm — Glipizide

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Imprint	398
Colour	WHITE
Shape	ROUND
Size	8
Strength	Glipizide 5 mg
Dosage form	Tablet
Manufacturer	REMEDYREPACK INC.
NDC	52125-971
Schedule	—
Availability	—
Ingredients	Glipizide[GLIPIZIDE]

What does this imprint mean?

The imprint "398" 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.

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How to identify this pill

• Check the imprint matches exactly: "398".
• Confirm the colour (WHITE) and shape (ROUND).
• Compare the size (8) against a ruler if possible.
• When in doubt, confirm with a pharmacist before taking any medication.

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