On April 23, 1908, the creation of the Medical Reserve Corps authorized the placement of several hundred medical personnel on a federal reserve status to be called to active duty if needed to augment the regular medical doctors.
Glyburide (Micronase, Diabeta, Glynase Prestab) is a drug prescribed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It is recommended that glyburide be combined with diet and exercise for controlling blood glucose levels. Side effects, drug interactions, dosage, and safety during pregnancy should be reviewed prior to taking this medication.
Glucotrol (glipizide) is blood glucose lowering drug of the sulfonylurea class used to help maintain glucose control in type 2 diabetics, in conjunction with an appropriate diet and exercise program. Glucotrol is available as a generic named glipizide. Side effects of Glucotrol may include: diarrhea; constipation; nausea; vomiting; upset stomach; loss of appetite