Take one tablet (2mg) once daily, with your first main meal (e.g., breakfast) to reduce risk of low blood sugar Begin at 1mg if you’re elderly or have kidney/liver issues, then increase to 2mg as needed. Doses can be raised by 1–2 mg every 1–2 weeks, up to a maximum of 8 mg/day, depending on blood sugar response
Strength- 2mg glimepiride per tablet Quantity- 30 tablets Administration- Oral, once daily with food Max Dose- Up to 8mg/day
Contraindicated in type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, severe liver or kidney disease, G6PD deficiency, and known allergies to sulfonylureas or sulfa drugs Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding (can pass into breast milk and risk hypoglycemia in the infant) Avoid alcohol, as it increases risk of hypoglycemia and may lead to skin sensitivity or flushing
Used as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. Effective in stimulating insulin release in individuals who retain some pancreatic function. Helps reduce long-term risk of diabetes-related complications such as kidney disease, blindness, and neuropathy.
Generic Name: Glimepiride Drug Class: Sulfonylureas (oral hypoglycemic agent) Storage Instructions: Store at 15–30 °C in a dry place away from light and moisture
Active ingredient: Glimepiride 2mg (a second-generation sulfonylurea). Works by stimulating insulin release from the pancreas and increasing insulin receptor sensitivity in cells.