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Glimepiride is in the sulfonylurea class of diabetes drugs. It helps beta cells in the pancreas release more insulin.
Glimepiride is approved for adults with type 2 diabetes. It is only available as a generic medication. It was previously sold under the brand name Amaryl by Sanofi.
- Glimepiride is used to improve blood glucose management in adults with type 2 diabetes.
- It is not for treating type 1 diabetes.
- Glimepiride is usually taken once a day with the first main meal of the day and a full glass of water.
- The usual initial dose of Glimepiride is 1–2 mg taken by mouth once a day, with maintenance doses incrementally increased as needed up to a maximum dose of 8 mg daily.
- Common side effects may include hypoglycemia, weight gain, and skin reactions.
Glimepiride Specs
Key specification
Generic Name
Glimepiride
Drug Class
Sulfonylureas
General Information
Product Name
Glimepiride
Product Type
Oral Medications
Brand
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