Description: Amaryl 3 mg Tablets are an oral medication used to manage type 2 diabetes. The active ingredient, glimepiride, is a sulfonylurea that helps lower blood glucose levels by stimulating insulin release from the pancreas. Amaryl is typically used when diet, exercise, and other non-insulin medications are insufficient to control blood sugar levels.
Ingredients:
- Active Ingredient: Glimepiride 3 mg
- Other Ingredients: [List any inactive ingredients if known]
Usage Instructions:
- Dosage: Take one 3 mg tablet orally once daily, or as directed by your healthcare provider.
- Frequency: Once daily, usually with breakfast or the first main meal of the day.
- Special Considerations: Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. It is important to follow the prescribed dosage and schedule to avoid hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Regular blood glucose monitoring is recommended to assess effectiveness and adjust dosage if necessary.
Benefits:
- Helps to lower blood glucose levels effectively in type 2 diabetes.
- Stimulates insulin release from the pancreas, improving glucose control.
- Once-daily dosing enhances patient compliance and convenience.
- Can be used in combination with other diabetes medications if needed.
Precautions:
- Contraindications: Not suitable for individuals with type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, or known hypersensitivity to glimepiride or other sulfonylureas.
- Side Effects: Possible side effects include nausea, headache, dizziness, and hypoglycemia. Severe side effects may include severe allergic reactions or prolonged hypoglycemia. Seek medical attention if these occur.
- Consult with your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease, a history of hypoglycemic episodes, or are taking other medications that might interact with glimepiride.
Storage Instructions:
- Store at room temperature (15-30°C).
- Keep in a dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.
- Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Manufacturer: Sanofi-Aventis
