Glimepiride

( Amaryl )

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jul 10, 2023

Drug Details


Generic Name:

Glimepiride

Common Brands:

Amaryl

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Sulfonylurea

Forms:

Tablet

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Glimepiride (Amaryl) Drug Class

Glimepiride (glih-meh-puh-ride) belongs to a group of medications called sulfonylureas.

Glimepiride (Amaryl) Age Range

Glimepiride is approved for use in adults. This medication is not recommended for diabetes treatment in pediatric patients because of the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and adverse effects on body weight.