Generic equivalent of Glimepiride
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Glimepiride is the generic equivalent of the brand-name drug Glimepiride. Licensed pharmacies, clinics, doctor's offices, and veterinary practices can source wholesale Glimepiride through Premier Pharma with same-day fulfillment on in-stock SKUs.
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Glimepiride tablets are indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus [see Clinical Studies ( 14.1 ) ]. Limitations of Use Glimepiride tablets should not be used for the treatment of type 1 diabetes mellitus or diabetic ketoacidosis, as it would not be effective in these settings. Glimepiride tablets are a sulfonylurea indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus ( 1 ). Limitations of Use : Not for treating type 1 diabetes mellitus or diabetic ketoacidosis ( 1 ).
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are discussed in more detail below and elsewhere in the labeling: Hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ] Hemolytic anemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ) ] In clinical trials, the most common adverse reactions with glimepiride were hypoglycemia, dizziness, asthenia, headache, and nausea. Common adverse reactions in clinical trials (≥5% and more common than with placebo) include hypoglycemia, headache, nausea, and diz…
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Certain medications may affect glucose metabolism, requiring glimepiride tablets dose adjustment and close monitoring of blood glucose ( 7.1 ). Miconazole: Severe hypoglycemia can occur when glimepiride and oral miconazole are used concomitantly. ( 7.2 ). Cytochrome P450 2C9 interactions: Inhibitors and inducers of cytochrome P450 2C9 may affect glycemic control by altering glimepiride plasma concentrations ( 7.3 ). Colesevelam: Coadministration may reduce glimepiride absorpt…
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Recommended starting dose is 1 or 2 mg once daily. Increase in 1 or 2 mg increments no more frequently than every 1 to 2 weeks based on glycemic response. Maximum recommended dose is 8 mg once daily. ( 2.1 ) Administer with breakfast or first meal of the day. ( 2.1 ) Use 1 mg starting dose and titrate slowly in patients at increased risk for hypoglycemia (e.g., elderly, patients with renal impairment). ( 2.1 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosing Glimepiride tablets should be admin…
17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Hypoglycemia Explain the symptoms and treatment of hypoglycemia as well as conditions that predispose to hypoglycemia. Inform patients that their ability to concentrate and react may be impaired as a result of hypoglycemia and that this may present a risk in situations where these abilities are especially important, such as driving or operating other machinery [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ]. Hypersensitivity Reactions Inform patients that hypersensitivity reactions may occur with glimepiride and that if a reaction occurs to seek medical treatment and…
Source: FDA. For professional use only. Not a substitute for prescribing information.
| Name | Status |
|---|---|
| GLIMEPIRIDE 1MG 100 TAB | 2-Day |
| GLIMEPIRIDE 2MG 100 TAB Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited | 2-Day |
| GLIMEPIRIDE 4MG 100 TAB | 2-Day |
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