Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet Information

Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diabetes.

The correct dosage of Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet in conditions like Heart Disease, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Amaryl Benefits & Uses
Amaryl Dosage & How to Take
Amaryl Side Effects
Amaryl Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Amaryl with Other Drugs
Amaryl Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Amaryl
Amaryl Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet is used -

Moderate

Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
Weakness
Low energy
Itching or burning
Urticaria
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Weight gain

Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Amaryl. It is best to stop taking Amaryl immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Amaryl for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Amaryl. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Amaryl can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Amaryl has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Ibuprofen

Captopril

Propranolol

Aspirin

Fluconazole

Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
Alopecia
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet

Is this Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Amaryl 4 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Amaryl (glimepiride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 272