Tipton missed Tuesday's 1-1 draw at Burton because his partner was giving birth.
Midfielder Lee Bell also played no part in midweek due to a virus and he will be assessed closer to kick-off this weekend.
Striker Kyle Wilson is nursing a groin injury sustained in training and is set to miss out again.
Defender Shaun Hessey is still undergoing rehabilitation for a knee problem and has yet to feature this season.
The Silkmen are in buoyant mood after collecting four points from their last two League Two outings.
Alexander said: "Hopefully the last two games will give the lads extra confidence to kick on."
Source: Team_Talk