Glimepiride is an oral medication to take by mouth, which is easier than taking insulin injections.
You only need to take glimepiride once a day.
It is effective in improving glycemic control and lowering HbA1c levels.
This medication is available in a lower-cost generic form.
Glimepiride is covered by most insurance plans.
Taking glimepiride can put you at risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), especially if you have hepatic or renal impairment (liver or kidney disease).
It may not be the best choice for people over 65 years of age.
The effects of glimepiride can lessen over time.
It cannot be used to treat type 1 diabetes mellitus or diabetic ketoacidosis.
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