87EGP
- Active ingredient
- glimepiride
- Strength
- 6 mg
- Form
- tablet
- Manufacturer
- mup
- Route
- oral.solid
Uses
Used with diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Do not use if
Contraindicated in hypersensitivity to glimepiride or sulfonylureas and not suitable for type 1 diabetes.
Side effects
Hypoglycemia, dizziness, headache, nausea, and weakness may occur.
Warnings
Severe hypoglycemia may occur, especially in elderly patients or those with renal impairment.
How it works
Sulfonylurea that lowers blood glucose by stimulating insulin release from pancreatic beta cells.
Storage
Store at room temperature away from moisture.