Dosage: How should you take Glimepiride?

Do not take more or less of this medication than directed by your doctor.

Glimepiride 1 mg should be taken with breakfast or the first main meal.

ADULTS:
The usual starting dose of Glimepiride is 1 to 2 milligrams taken once daily with breakfast or the first main meal. The maximum starting dose of Glimepiride is 2 milligrams. If necessary, your doctor will gradually increase the dose 1 or 2 milligrams at a time every 1 or 2 weeks. Your diabetes will probably be controlled on 1 to 4 milligrams a day; the most you should take in a day is 8 milligrams. If the maximum dose fails to do the job, your doctor may add Glucophage to your regimen. Weakened or malnourished people and those with adrenal, pituitary, kidney, or liver disorders are particularly sensitive to hypoglycemic drugs such as Glimepiride and should start at 1 milligram once daily. Your doctor will increase your medication based on your response to the drug.

CHILDREN:
Safety and effectiveness in children have not been established.

Glimepiride 1 mg Overdose: An overdose of Glimepiride 1 mg can cause low blood sugar. Eating sugar or a sugar-based product will often correct mild hypoglycemia. For severe hypoglycemia, seek medical attention immediately.

If you miss a dose of Glimepiride
Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose of Glimepiride , skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take 2 doses at the same time.

Storage instructions:
Glimepiride 1 mg should be stored at room temperature in a well-closed container.

Glimepiride Preparations:
Tablets: Glimepiride 1 mg, Glimepiride 2 mg, Glimepiride 4 mg