Quick Overview:
Amaryl contains Glimepiride, an oral blood-glucose-lowering drug belonging to the Sulfonylurea class. It serves as an insulin secretagogue, lowering blood sugar levels primarily by stimulating insulin secretion from functioning pancreatic beta cells.
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Uses / Indications
Prescribed for the management and treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in adults when diet, physical exercise, and weight reduction alone do not adequately control blood glucose levels.
Key Benefits
Stimulates the release of insulin from the pancreas to effectively reduce fasting and post-meal blood sugar levels.
Helps achieve better long-term glycemic control, lowering HbA1c values.
Proper control of blood glucose helps reduce the long-term risk of developing severe diabetic complications, including kidney disease (nephropathy), nerve damage (neuropathy), eye problems (retinopathy), and cardiovascular events.
Administration: The tablet must be taken orally, swallowed whole with a sufficient amount of water. It is typically administered once a day, shortly before or during a substantial breakfast (or the first main meal of the day).
Important: The exact dosing schedule must be highly individualized and determined exclusively by a physician based on regular blood glucose and HbA1c monitoring. Do not alter or stop the dose on your own.
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar): This is the most frequent side effect. Symptoms can include cold sweats, tremors, anxiety, rapid heartbeat, headache, dizziness, and intense hunger.
Other potential side effects: Temporary visual disturbances (especially at the start of treatment due to changes in blood sugar), nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, and mild weight gain.
- Store in a cool dry place
- Keep away from direct sunlight
- Keep out of reach of children
- Read the label carefully before use
