GLIMEPIRIDE- glimepiride tablet

国家: 美国

语言: 英文

来源: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

有效成分:

GLIMEPIRIDE (UNII: 6KY687524K) (GLIMEPIRIDE - UNII:6KY687524K)

可用日期:

Cardinal Health

INN（国际名称）:

GLIMEPIRIDE

组成:

GLIMEPIRIDE 2 mg

给药途径:

ORAL

处方类型:

PRESCRIPTION DRUG

疗效迹象:

Glimepiride tablets, USP are 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 tablets should not be used for the treatment of type 1 diabetes mellitus or diabetic ketoacidosis, as it would not be effective in these settings. Glimepiride tablets are contraindicated in patients with a history of a hypersensitivity reaction to: Sulfonamide Derivatives: Patients who have developed an allergic reaction to sulfonamide derivatives may develop an allergic reaction to glimepiride. Do not use glimepiride in patients who have a history of an allergic reaction to sulfonamide derivatives. Reported hypersensitivity reactions include cutaneous eruptions with or without pruritus as well as more serious reactions (e.g. anaphylaxis, angioedema, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, dyspnea) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) and Adverse Reactions (6.2)]. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of glimepiride in pregnant w

產品總結:

Glimepiride Tablets, USP are available containing 2 mg or 4 mg of glimepiride, USP. The 2 mg tablet is a light yellow, oval tablet debossed with G to the left of the score and 12 to the right of the score on one side of the tablet and MYLAN on the other side. They are available as follows: Overbagged with 10 tablets per bag, NDC 55154-5070-0 Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]

授权状态:

Abbreviated New Drug Application

产品特点

GLIMEPIRIDE- GLIMEPIRIDE TABLET
CARDINAL HEALTH
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HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
THESE HIGHLIGHTS DO NOT INCLUDE ALL THE INFORMATION NEEDED TO USE
GLIMEPIRIDE TABLETS SAFELY AND EFFECTIVELY.
SEE FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION FOR GLIMEPIRIDE TABLETS.
GLIMEPIRIDE TABLETS USP, FOR ORAL USE
INITIAL U.S. APPROVAL: 1995
INDICATIONS AND USAGE
Glimepiride 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:
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DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
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DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS
Tablets (scored): 1 mg, 2 mg, 4 mg (3)
CONTRAINDICATIONS
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WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
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ADVERSE REACTIONS
Common adverse reactions in clinical trials (≥ 5% and more common
than with placebo) include hypoglycemia, headache,
nausea, and dizziness (6.1).
TO REPORT SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, CONTACT MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS
INC. AT 1-877-446-3679 (1-877-
4-INFO-RX) OR FDA AT 1-800-FDA-1088 OR www.fda.gov/medwatch.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
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Not for treating type 1 diabetes mellitus or diabetic ketoacidosis
(1.1).
Recommended starting dose is 1 mg or 2 mg once daily. Increase in 1 mg
or 2 mg increments no more frequently
than every 1 to 2 weeks based on glycemic response. Maximum
recommended dose is 8 mg once daily (2.1).
Administer with breakfast or first meal of the day (2.1).
Use 1 mg starting dose and titrate slowly in patients at increased
risk for hypoglycemia (e.g., elderly, patients with
renal impairment) (2.1).
Hypersensitivity to glimepiride or any of the product’s ingredients
(4)
Hypersensitivity to sulfonamide derivatives (4)
Hypoglycemia: May be severe. Ensure proper patient selection, dosing,
and instructions, particularly in at-risk
populations (e.g., elderly, renally impaired) and when used with other
anti-diabetic medications (5.1).
Hypersensitivity Reactions: Postmarketing reports include anaphylaxis,
angioedema and Stevens-Johnson
Syndrome. Promptly discontinue glimepiride, ass