Our Amaryl (Glimepiride) Monograph
This Amaryl (Glimepiride) Monograph is presented courtesy of Canadian-Online-Prescription-Guide.com.
Amaryl
Generic Name: Glimepiride
Pronounced: gli-MI-per-id
Drug Class: Antihyperglycemic
IMPORTANT NOTE: THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS ONLY INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR, THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR OTHER
HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL FAMILIAR WITH YOUR CONDITION. THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO STATE OR IMPLY THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR YOUR CONDITION. ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING THIS OR ANY OTHER DRUG.
Amaryl (Glimepiride) Uses
This medication is used to lower elevated blood sugar associated with Type 2 Diabetes. This type of diabetes is usually controlled with a combination of diet, weight management, exercise, and medications. Amaryl is sometimes prescribed for other uses. This medicine controls type 2 diabetes but does not cure it. Contact your doctor or your pharmacist for more information on diabetes and diabetic treatments.
How To Take Amaryl (Glimepiride)
This medication is taken by mouth, usually once or twice a day. This medication can be taken with or without food. You should take this medication regularly at the same time every day. Do not stop taking this medication without first consulting your doctor.
Amaryl tablets can be crushed if you have difficulty swallowing pills.
Do not skip meals while taking Amaryl. Hypoglycemia (blood sugar too low) may result from skipping meals.
Amaryl (Glimepiride) Possible Side Effects
This medication is generally well-tolerated and side effects are usually mild. Common side effects include hypoglycemia (blood sugar too low), weight gain, fluid retention and headache. If you experience any other side effects, contact your healthcare professional.
Amaryl (Glimepiride) Warnings and Precautions
Do NOT abruptly stop this medication without consulting your doctor.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take double doses...
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Storage
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children. Store at room temperature, away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw out medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Amaryl (Glimepiride) Pregnancy/Nursing Precautions
Do not take this medication during pregnancy. Many experts recommend insulin for diabetes control during pregnancy. This medication has been detected in breast milk, so do not take this medication while breast-feeding.
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