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Glimepiride in the medical management of Type 2 diabetes
October 23, 2005 at 1:50 PM
General Health News
Sulfonylureas are effective, well-tolerated drugs that have been used for decades. However, many of the original second-generation sulfonylureas are associated with hypoglycemia and weight gain and thus may not be appropriate for patients prone to hypoglycemia or for those who are overweight or renally impaired.
The investigation of glimepiride, the newest second-generation sulfonylurea, has led to the identification of several properties that may overcome some of these limitations. In addition, glimepiride has been found to effectively reduce PPG and FPG levels and A1C concentrations and has a good safety profile.
Medindia on Diabetes: Diabetes is a group of diseases with one thing in common - a problem with insulin. The problem could be that your body doesn't make any insulin, doesn't make enough insulin or doesn't use insulin properly.
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05/31/2007
My blood sugar during morning empty stomach is 120 and two hours after lunch is 220.Which medicine should I take Metformin or Glimepiride.Please let me know.
Thank you
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