Amaryl
Glimepiride tablets for type 2 diabetes. It stimulates insulin release from the pancreas, so it requires some remaining beta cell function to work.
- Category
- Diabetes Management
- Active ingredient
- Glimepiride
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 1mg · 2mg · 3mg · 4mg
Amaryl is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Amaryl on your behalf.
- Condition
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Alternative names
- glimepiride
- Therapeutic class
- Sulfonylurea
- Pharmacological class
- Second-Generation Sulfonylurea
- Minor side effects
- nausea; dizziness; headache
- Moderate side effects
- hypoglycaemia; weight gain; flu-like symptoms
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Sanofi-Aventis
- Onset Time
- 2–3 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- NSAIDs; Warfarin; Beta Blockers
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults.
Contraindications
diabetic ketoacidosis; severe hepatic impairment; hypersensitivity to glimepiride
Serious side effects
severe hypoglycaemia, requires immediate medical attention; haemolytic anaemia, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Glimepiride tablets for type 2 diabetes. It stimulates insulin release from the pancreas, so it requires some remaining beta cell function to work.
Mechanism of action
Stimulates the release of insulin from functioning pancreatic beta cells by binding to specific ATP-sensitive potassium channels.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Risk of neonatal hypoglycaemia. Avoid in late pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Is the Amaryl on Direct Meds a generic?
Yes, you receive a generic. Amaryl is the original brand, made by Sanofi-Aventis, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine; the generic has the same active ingredient (glimepiride) at the strength you choose. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
What is the price of Amaryl in rand?
The price varies with strength and pack size. Amaryl comes in 1mg, 2mg, 3mg and 4mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price of every option is shown above in rand, converted from US dollars. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →What is Amaryl used for?
Amaryl contains glimepiride, used for type 2 diabetes mellitus.
How long does Amaryl take to work?
Glimepiride usually starts to work within 2 to 3 hours, and its effect lasts about 24 hours. The exact timing differs between people.
What are the side effects of Amaryl?
The common side effects of glimepiride are nausea, dizziness and headache. Less common ones include hypoglycaemia, weight gain and flu-like symptoms. Serious but less common side effects include severe hypoglycaemia and haemolytic anaemia, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Amaryl interact with?
Glimepiride can interact with NSAIDs, warfarin and beta blockers. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Amaryl.
Do I need a prescription to buy Amaryl in South Africa?
No, not online: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Amaryl. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Amaryl to South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Amaryl names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Glimepiride at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.