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| IUPAC_name = 3-Ethyl-4-methyl-''N''-[2-(4-<nowiki/>{[(''trans''-4-methylcyclohexyl)carbamoyl]sulfamoyl}phenyl)ethyl]-2-oxo-2,5-dihydro-1''H''-pyrrole-1-carboxamide | | IUPAC_name = 3-Ethyl-4-methyl-''N''-[2-(4-<nowiki/>{[(''trans''-4-methylcyclohexyl)carbamoyl]sulfamoyl}phenyl)ethyl]-2-oxo-2,5-dihydro-1''H''-pyrrole-1-carboxamide | ||
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'''Glimepiride''' is an [[antidiabetic medication]] within the [[sulfonylurea]] class, primarily prescribed for the management of [[type 2 diabetes]]. It is regarded as a second-line option compared to [[metformin]], due to metformin's well-established safety and efficacy. Use of glimepiride is recommended in conjunction with [[Lifestyle modification|lifestyle modifications]] such as diet and exercise. It is taken by mouth, reaching a peak effect within three hours and lasting for about a day. | '''Glimepiride''' is an [[antidiabetic medication]] within the [[sulfonylurea]] class, primarily prescribed for the management of [[type 2 diabetes]]. It is regarded as a second-line option compared to [[metformin]], due to metformin's well-established safety and efficacy. Use of glimepiride is recommended in conjunction with [[Lifestyle modification|lifestyle modifications]] such as diet and exercise. It is taken by mouth, reaching a peak effect within three hours and lasting for about a day. | ||
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Common side effects include headache, nausea, and dizziness. Serious side effects may include [[low blood sugar]]. Use during [[pregnancy]] and [[breastfeeding]] is not recommended. It is classified as a second-generation [[sulfonylurea]]. | Common side effects include headache, nausea, and dizziness. Serious side effects may include [[low blood sugar]]. Use during [[pregnancy]] and [[breastfeeding]] is not recommended. It is classified as a second-generation [[sulfonylurea]]. | ||
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Glimepiride was patented in 1979 and approved for medical use in 1995. It is available as a [[generic medication]]. In 2021, it was the 74th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 8{{nbsp}}million prescriptions. | Glimepiride was patented in 1979 and approved for medical use in 1995. It is available as a [[generic medication]]. In 2021, it was the 74th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 8{{nbsp}}million prescriptions. | ||
== Medical uses == | == Medical uses == <!--T:9--> | ||
[[File:Glimepiride 2 MG Oral Tablet.jpg|left|thumb|Two generic oral tablets of glimepiride, 2 mg each]] | [[File:Glimepiride 2 MG Oral Tablet.jpg|left|thumb|Two generic oral tablets of glimepiride, 2 mg each]] | ||
Glimepiride is indicated to treat [[type 2 diabetes]]; its mode of action is to increase insulin secretion by the pancreas. However it requires adequate insulin synthesis as prerequisite to treat appropriately. It is not used for [[type 1 diabetes]] because in type 1 diabetes the pancreas is not able to produce insulin. | Glimepiride is indicated to treat [[type 2 diabetes]]; its mode of action is to increase insulin secretion by the pancreas. However it requires adequate insulin synthesis as prerequisite to treat appropriately. It is not used for [[type 1 diabetes]] because in type 1 diabetes the pancreas is not able to produce insulin. | ||
==Contraindications== | ==Contraindications== <!--T:10--> | ||
Its use is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to glimepiride or other sulfonylureas. | Its use is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to glimepiride or other sulfonylureas. | ||
== Adverse effects == | == Adverse effects == <!--T:11--> | ||
Side effects from taking glimepiride include [[gastrointestinal tract]] (GI) disturbances, occasional allergic reactions, and rarely blood production disorders including [[thrombocytopenia]], [[leukopenia]], and [[hemolytic anemia]]. In the initial weeks of treatment, the risk of hypoglycemia may be increased. Alcohol consumption and exposure to sunlight should be restricted because they can worsen side effects. | Side effects from taking glimepiride include [[gastrointestinal tract]] (GI) disturbances, occasional allergic reactions, and rarely blood production disorders including [[thrombocytopenia]], [[leukopenia]], and [[hemolytic anemia]]. In the initial weeks of treatment, the risk of hypoglycemia may be increased. Alcohol consumption and exposure to sunlight should be restricted because they can worsen side effects. | ||
== Interactions == | == Interactions == <!--T:12--> | ||
[[Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug]]s (such as [[salicylate]]s), [[Sulfonamide (medicine)|sulfonamide]]s, [[chloramphenicol]], [[coumadin]] and [[probenecid]] may potentiate the [[hypoglycemic]] action of glimepiride. [[Thiazide]]s, other [[diuretic]]s, phothiazides, thyroid products, oral contraceptives, and [[phenytoin]] tend to produce [[hyperglycemia]]. | [[Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug]]s (such as [[salicylate]]s), [[Sulfonamide (medicine)|sulfonamide]]s, [[chloramphenicol]], [[coumadin]] and [[probenecid]] may potentiate the [[hypoglycemic]] action of glimepiride. [[Thiazide]]s, other [[diuretic]]s, phothiazides, thyroid products, oral contraceptives, and [[phenytoin]] tend to produce [[hyperglycemia]]. | ||
== Mechanism of action == | == Mechanism of action == <!--T:13--> | ||
Like all [[sulfonylureas]], glimepiride acts as an insulin [[secretagogue]]. It lowers blood sugar by stimulating the release of insulin by pancreatic beta cells and by inducing increased activity of intracellular insulin receptors. | Like all [[sulfonylureas]], glimepiride acts as an insulin [[secretagogue]]. It lowers blood sugar by stimulating the release of insulin by pancreatic beta cells and by inducing increased activity of intracellular insulin receptors. | ||
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Not all secondary sulfonylureas have the same risk of hypoglycemia. Glibenclamide (glyburide) is associated with an incidence of hypoglycemia of up to 20–30%, compared to as low as 2% to 4% with glimepiride. Glibenclamide also interferes with the normal homeostatic suppression of insulin secretion in reaction to hypoglycemia, whereas glimepiride does not. Also, glibenclamide diminishes glucagon secretion in reaction to hypoglycemia, whereas glimepiride does not. | Not all secondary sulfonylureas have the same risk of hypoglycemia. Glibenclamide (glyburide) is associated with an incidence of hypoglycemia of up to 20–30%, compared to as low as 2% to 4% with glimepiride. Glibenclamide also interferes with the normal homeostatic suppression of insulin secretion in reaction to hypoglycemia, whereas glimepiride does not. Also, glibenclamide diminishes glucagon secretion in reaction to hypoglycemia, whereas glimepiride does not. | ||
== Pharmacokinetics == | == Pharmacokinetics == <!--T:15--> | ||
Gastrointestinal absorption is complete, with no interference from meals. Significant absorption can occur within one hour, and distribution is throughout the body, 99.5% bound to plasma protein. Metabolism is by oxidative biotransformation, it is [[Liver|hepatic]] and complete. First, the medication is metabolized to M<sub>1</sub> metabolite by [[CYP2C9]]. M<sub>1</sub> possesses about {{frac|1|3}} of pharmacological activity of glimepiride, yet it is unknown if this results in clinically meaningful effect on blood glucose. M<sub>1</sub> is further metabolized to M<sub>2</sub> metabolite by cytosolic enzymes. M<sub>2</sub> is pharmacologically inactive. Excretion in the urine is about 65%, and the remainder is excreted in the feces. | Gastrointestinal absorption is complete, with no interference from meals. Significant absorption can occur within one hour, and distribution is throughout the body, 99.5% bound to plasma protein. Metabolism is by oxidative biotransformation, it is [[Liver|hepatic]] and complete. First, the medication is metabolized to M<sub>1</sub> metabolite by [[CYP2C9]]. M<sub>1</sub> possesses about {{frac|1|3}} of pharmacological activity of glimepiride, yet it is unknown if this results in clinically meaningful effect on blood glucose. M<sub>1</sub> is further metabolized to M<sub>2</sub> metabolite by cytosolic enzymes. M<sub>2</sub> is pharmacologically inactive. Excretion in the urine is about 65%, and the remainder is excreted in the feces. | ||
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Trade names | Amaryl, others |
AHFS/Drugs.com | Monograph |
MedlinePlus | a696016 |
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Routes of administration | By mouth |
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Bioavailability | 100% |
Protein binding | >99.5% |
Metabolism | Complete Liver (1st stage through CYP2C9) |
Onset of action | 2–3 hours |
Elimination half-life | 5–8 hours |
Duration of action | 24 hours |
Excretion | Urine (~60%), feces (~40%) |
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Formula | C24H34N4O5S |
Molar mass | 490.62 g·mol−1 |
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Melting point | 207 °C (405 °F) |
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Glimepiride is an antidiabetic medication within the sulfonylurea class, primarily prescribed for the management of type 2 diabetes. It is regarded as a second-line option compared to metformin, due to metformin's well-established safety and efficacy. Use of glimepiride is recommended in conjunction with lifestyle modifications such as diet and exercise. It is taken by mouth, reaching a peak effect within three hours and lasting for about a day.
Common side effects include headache, nausea, and dizziness. Serious side effects may include low blood sugar. Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not recommended. It is classified as a second-generation sulfonylurea.
Glimepiride was patented in 1979 and approved for medical use in 1995. It is available as a generic medication. In 2021, it was the 74th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 8 million prescriptions.
Medical uses

Glimepiride is indicated to treat type 2 diabetes; its mode of action is to increase insulin secretion by the pancreas. However it requires adequate insulin synthesis as prerequisite to treat appropriately. It is not used for type 1 diabetes because in type 1 diabetes the pancreas is not able to produce insulin.
Contraindications
Its use is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to glimepiride or other sulfonylureas.
Adverse effects
Side effects from taking glimepiride include gastrointestinal tract (GI) disturbances, occasional allergic reactions, and rarely blood production disorders including thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, and hemolytic anemia. In the initial weeks of treatment, the risk of hypoglycemia may be increased. Alcohol consumption and exposure to sunlight should be restricted because they can worsen side effects.
Interactions
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (such as salicylates), sulfonamides, chloramphenicol, coumadin and probenecid may potentiate the hypoglycemic action of glimepiride. Thiazides, other diuretics, phothiazides, thyroid products, oral contraceptives, and phenytoin tend to produce hyperglycemia.
Mechanism of action
Like all sulfonylureas, glimepiride acts as an insulin secretagogue. It lowers blood sugar by stimulating the release of insulin by pancreatic beta cells and by inducing increased activity of intracellular insulin receptors.
Not all secondary sulfonylureas have the same risk of hypoglycemia. Glibenclamide (glyburide) is associated with an incidence of hypoglycemia of up to 20–30%, compared to as low as 2% to 4% with glimepiride. Glibenclamide also interferes with the normal homeostatic suppression of insulin secretion in reaction to hypoglycemia, whereas glimepiride does not. Also, glibenclamide diminishes glucagon secretion in reaction to hypoglycemia, whereas glimepiride does not.
Pharmacokinetics
Gastrointestinal absorption is complete, with no interference from meals. Significant absorption can occur within one hour, and distribution is throughout the body, 99.5% bound to plasma protein. Metabolism is by oxidative biotransformation, it is hepatic and complete. First, the medication is metabolized to M1 metabolite by CYP2C9. M1 possesses about 1⁄3 of pharmacological activity of glimepiride, yet it is unknown if this results in clinically meaningful effect on blood glucose. M1 is further metabolized to M2 metabolite by cytosolic enzymes. M2 is pharmacologically inactive. Excretion in the urine is about 65%, and the remainder is excreted in the feces.
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