Gliperide Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Glimepiride

Indications/Uses

Management of type 2 DM.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Initially 1-2 mg daily, may be increased to 4 mg daily for maintenance.

Administration

Should be taken with food: Take shortly before or w/ the 1st main meal of the day.

Contraindications

Ketoacidosis; severe infection, trauma or other severe conditions where sulfonylurea is unlikely to control hyperglycemia.

Special Precautions

Not for type 1 DM.

Adverse Reactions

GI disturbances eg, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, anorexia, diarrhea & metallic taste. Increased appetite, wt gain, rashes, pruritus.

Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Antidiabetic Agents

ATC Classification

A10BB12 - glimepiride ; Belongs to the class of sulfonylureas. Used in the treatment of diabetes.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Gliperide tab 2 mg

Packing/Price

100's (P1,200/pack)

Gliperide