Glimepiride

Other Names: Amaryl.

Commonly Prescribed For: Glimepiride is normally prescribed for treating type 2 diabetes (a condition where the body doesn’t use insulin usually, thereby not being able to control the quantity of sugar present in the blood). Glimepiride is commonly used with other medications. This medication can be used either with insulin or without insulin.

How to Take it: Glimepiride is available in the form of a tablet to be taken via mouth. This medication is normally taken once every day. Glimepiride must be taken along with breakfast. Take Glimepiride as prescribed.

How it Works: Glimepiride belongs to a group of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It works by stimulating the pancreas to produce more insulin, which makes the body sensitive to insulin.

Some Side Effects: Common side effects include shakiness, clumsy or jerky movements, dizziness or lightheadedness, hunger, sweating, pale skin, nervousness or irritability, weakness, abnormal behavior, numbness and headache. Some serious side effects include confusion, loss of consciousness, extreme thirst, blurred vision, seizures, frequent urination, and shortness of breath, dry mouth and vomiting.