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Indications

Amaryl is an oral diabetes medication used to improve blood sugar control in those with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Glimepiride is a sulfonylurea drug that increases your body’s release of insulin. The medication does this by stimulating pancreatic different channels and receptors to support the secretion and absorption of insulin.

Uses and Dosage

The dose of Amaryl prescribed will vary depending on the individual being treated. Always follow your doctor’s instructions and read packaging.

• Take with breakfast each day
• Swallow tablet whole
• Most patients start with 1 or 2mg once daily
• Adults should not take more than 8mg once a day

Side Effects

Amaryl may cause some side effects to develop while it controls your blood sugar. Speak with your doctor for more information regarding any symptoms you may encounter when taking Glimepiride.

Common Amaryl side effects:

• Headache
• Dizziness, weakness
• Nausea
• Low blood sugar

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious side effects may occur when taking Amaryl. Stop using this medication and contact your doctor if you develop any of the following:

• Pale or yellowed skin
• Dark-coloured urine
• Confusion
• Weakness
• fever

Allergic Reactions

Do not take Amaryl if you are allergic to glimepiride or other sulfa drugs. If you notice signs of an allergic reaction, stop taking this medication and contact your doctor right away.

Amaryl allergy symptoms may include:

• Hives
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling in face or throat
• Fever
• Sore throat
• Burning eyes
• Skin pain
• Red or purple rash
• Blistering or peeling skin

Cautions

Do not use Amaryl to treat type 1 diabetes.

Do not use Amaryl if you have diabetic ketoacidosis.

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Amaryl because it can lower your blood sugar and interfere with your treatment.

Glimepiride can make your skin burn more easily. Avoid overexposure to the sun or using tanning beds.

If you take colesevelam wait at least 4 hours before taking Amaryl.

To ensure the safety of taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are allergic to sulfa drugs, if you have heart, liver, or kidney disease, an enzyme deficiency, adrenal or pituitary gland problems, or if you are under-nourished.

Some other medications may interact with glimepiride and cause unwanted side effects, including over the counter medications, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all the medications you take.

Be careful not to let your blood sugar get too low to help maintain your diabetes in addition to this medication. Symptoms of low blood sugar may include headache, hunger, weakness, sweating, tremor, irritability, or trouble concentrating.

Amaryl may increase your risk for having serious heart problems, but leaving your diabetes untreated can also lead to heart damage.

Glimepiride may not work as effectively when taking at the same time as other medications.

Consult with your doctor and follow their directions for using Amaryl if you are pregnant or become pregnant. You’re Amaryl dose may need to be stopped a short time before your due date. Glimepiride and similar medications have been known to cause severe hypoglycemia in newborns when Amaryl was used close to their time of birth.

If you use Amaryl while breastfeeding, contact your doctor right away if you notice any signs of hypoglycemia in your newborn, these include extreme drowsiness, feeding problems, mottled skin, blue lips, feeling cold or jittery, or seizures.

Form and Strength

This diabetes medication is available in tablet form.

Amaryl tablet strengths:

• 1mg
• 2mg
• 3mg
• 4mg

All the tablets are available in quantities of 90 while the 2mg ones are also available in groups of 30mg and the 3mg tablets are available in 100 or 180.

FAQ

How does Amaryl work?

Amaryl is a sulfonylureas drug that helps control blood sugar levels by increasing the amount of insulin your pancreas produces.

When should I take Amaryl?

Glimepiride causes the best effect when eaten with your first meal of the day in the morning. Because other medications may interact with it, Amaryl is also best taking at a different time than your other medications.

Resources:

1. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9561345/
2. https://www.drugs.com/amaryl.html
3. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=222b630b-7e09-43b4-9894-3d87f10add91