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Amaryl: Drug Information For Patient

 

Amaryl Indications


Amaryl is currently used to control type-2 (non-insulin dependent) diabetes in people where changes in diet are not having an effect on blood sugar levels. It is sometimes used in combination with other drugs to better control blood sugar levels in the human body. Although Amaryl is considered a first line of treatment when dealing with type-2 diabetes in people who are not overweight.

Amaryl How It Works


Amaryl tablets contain an ingredient known as glimepiride it is used to stimulate the production of insulin in the pancreas and the insulin lowers the amount of sugar in the blood.

Amaryl Contraindications


Amaryl should not be used to treat type-1 insulin dependent diabetes or diabetic keto-acidosis. If you have any allergic reaction to the drug you should cease taking it immediately and consult a doctor. If you have a hereditary blood disorder, liver disease or kidney disease then you should not use Amaryl.

Amaryl Interactions With Other Drugs


Due to the nature of Amaryl in bringing down blood sugar levels it is recommended that you consult with a doctor before taking any other medications as they may affect your blood sugar levels. Some medicines can enhance the effect of Amaryl and lower blood sugar levels even further although consulting with a doctor on this is the best option as blood sugar levels may become too low.

Amaryl Side Effects


Medicines can affect people in different ways depending on individual circumstances. The most common side effects of Amaryl include: fever, nausea, vomiting, low blood sugar level (hypoglycaemia), skin reactions and general fever like symptoms. You may also find that you are allergic to the ingredients in the Amaryl tablets so if any allergic reactions do occur you must consult your doctor immediately.

Amaryl Precautions


The elderly should consult their doctor before taking Amaryl due to the increased risk of age. Anyone with liver or kidney problems should also consult a doctor as well as those who have adrenal gland problems or disorders of the thyroid gland.

Amaryl Pregnancy And Breastfeeding


Amaryl should not be taken during pregnancy as it can affect the foetus, if you become pregnant while taking Amaryl it is important you stop taking the drug and use injections of insulin instead having consulted with a doctor first of course. Amaryl can also be absorbed into breast milk so nursing mothers should refrain from using it as it will affect the blood sugar levels of the child. Consulting your doctor first is the best advice in either case.


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