Glimepiride Tablet Information

Glimepiride Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Diabetes.

The right dosage of Glimepiride Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Glimepiride Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Glimepiride Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Glimepiride Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Glimepiride Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Glimepiride Tablet related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Glimepiride Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Glimepiride Tablet contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Glimepiride Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Glimepiride Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Glimepiride Tablet Benefits & Uses

Glimepiride Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Glimepiride 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

Glimepiride Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Glimepiride Tablet safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Glimepiride Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Glimepiride on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Glimepiride will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Glimepiride Tablet on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Glimepiride. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Glimepiride Tablet on the Liver?

Glimepiride 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 Glimepiride Tablet on the Heart?

Glimepiride may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Glimepiride Tablet with Other Drugs

Glimepiride 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

Glimepiride Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glimepiride 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 Glimepiride Tablet

Is this Glimepiride Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Glimepiride Tablet has not been reported.

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

Glimepiride Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Glimepiride Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Glimepiride Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Glimepiride Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Glimepiride Tablet

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Glimepiride Tablet

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

Severe