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Can Glipizide Be Safely Taken By A Heart Patient?
Question: I have just been prescribed Glipizide for type 2 diabetes.I have heart problems,coronary artery disease,two bypasses,aortic valve replacement plus liver and kidney problems .Is this drug safe to take .I am 78 years of age male.
Brief Answer:
Glipizide is a good medication
Detailed Answer:
Dear sir, I can understand your concern.
In my opinion the drug what you mentioned is a good drug. It acts for a short period and safe in cardiac patients.
Even metformin is also a very good drug; but may not be advisable in kidney and liver problems.
May I know any lab report details and your height and weight before proceeding to further discussion.
The lab reports will help me to understand about your condition in a better way
Regards
Dr XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
Diabetologist
Glipizide is a good medication
Detailed Answer:
Dear sir, I can understand your concern.
In my opinion the drug what you mentioned is a good drug. It acts for a short period and safe in cardiac patients.
Even metformin is also a very good drug; but may not be advisable in kidney and liver problems.
May I know any lab report details and your height and weight before proceeding to further discussion.
The lab reports will help me to understand about your condition in a better way
Regards
Dr XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
Diabetologist
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