I was prescribed Glucotrol (Glipzide) in the 1980s and it worked okay as far as the A1C is concerned. However I had a very low blood sugar where I blacked out but was running down the hallway. I had no indication it was coming on, no change in diet, etc. Scared me and I eventually I got my regime controlled with Lantus insulin.
I think everyone has a chance of different reactions and I wish you well. Do check your blood sugar frequently (four times daily which may be excessive) I’m lucky in that I get a “vague thought/dizzy” feeling most of the time. I’m falling apart with kidney, exhaustion and arthritis in my old age.
For some old age can be ,,,,,,,,,,,,, hell :<((.
But got a bit more traveling to do so I’ll make the best of it.:<)))
My brother and a very good friend were both on glipizide and both had the same side effects. Retaining water/swelling of the feet and ankles. Both pursued different methods to address their diabetes.
Your mileage may differ.