Glimepiride
Generic Name: Glimepiride
Seek Urgent Medical Attention If:
You experience severe allergic reaction symptoms (swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat causing difficulty breathing), severe rash with skin peeling, sudden intense chest pain, or symptoms of overdose. Call emergency medical services immediately.
Uses & Medical Indications
Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Hyperglycemia
Dosage & Administration Guidelines
1-2 mg once daily
Not recommended
Start at 1 mg once daily
8 mg/day
Start at 1 mg
Use with caution
Side Effects & Safety Warnings
Hypoglycemia, dizziness, nausea
Severe hypoglycemia, anaphylaxis
Diabetic ketoacidosis, sulfa allergy
Risk of cardiovascular mortality
Interactions (Drugs, Food & Alcohol)
Beta blockers, NSAIDs, thiazides
N/A
May increase risk of hypoglycemia
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safety
Avoid
Not recommended
Patient Counseling & Practical Advice
Take with breakfast, recognize signs of hypoglycemia
Skip missed dose if almost time for next
Blood glucose, HbA1c
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Content for Glimepiride was synthesized and fact-checked against standardized regulatory monographs, official pharmacopoeias, and national health authorities:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) — National List of Essential Medicines
- World Health Organization (WHO) — Model List of Essential Medicines 23rd List
- Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) — Indian Pharmacopoeia Drug Monographs
- National Health Service (NHS) — Medicines A to Z Clinical Guidelines
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