glimepiride

FDA Drug Profile — Glimepiride

Drug Details

Generic Name
glimepiride
Brand Names
Glimepiride
Application Number
ANDA077370
Sponsor
Solco Healthcare U.S., LLC
NDC Codes
3
Dosage Forms
TABLET
Routes
ORAL
Active Ingredients
GLIMEPIRIDE

Indications and Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Glimepiride Tablet, USP is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus [see Clinical Studies ( 14.1 )] ]. Glimepiride Tablet USP is a sulfonylurea indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus ( 1.1 ). Important Limitations of Use: Not for treating type 1 diabetes mellitus or diabetic ketoacidosis ( 1.1 ). 1.1 Important Limitations of Use Glimepiride should not be used for the treatment of type 1 diabetes mellitus or diabetic ketoacidosis, as it would not be effective in these settings.