Question

A four-year-old child inadvertently took Glipizide tablets. Initially, the child felt some discomfort, but has now drank plenty of water and feels better. The child was taking Glipizide tablets. What questions might the doctor have?

Answer

Glipizide tablets are used to lower blood sugar levels. Recommendation: The child may temporarily experience hypoglycemic symptoms, and the safest course of action is to take the child to the hospital for a check-up and to give the child some sugary drinks.