Glimepiride

Manufacturer
Mylan Institutional Inc.
Effective date
2019-11-06
Label type
HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG LABEL
Version
7
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Hydrated at
2026-08-02 00:02:47

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ProductGlimepiride
Active ingredientGLIMEPIRIDE
Label structure17 sections

Indications and uses

Glimepiride tablets 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.

Dosage and administration

Glimepiride tablets should be administered with breakfast or the first main meal of the day. The recommended starting dose of glimepiride tablets is 1 mg or 2 mg once daily. Patients at increased risk for hypoglycemia (e.g., the elderly or patients with renal impairment) should be started on 1 mg once daily [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Use in Specific Populations (8.5 , 8.6) ]. After reaching a daily do...

Storage and handling

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: NDC 51079-425-20 – Unit dose blister packages of 100 (10 cards of 10 tablets each). The 4 mg tablet is a peach, oval tablet de...

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Full prescribing information#

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

Glimepiride tablets 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)].

1.1 Important Limitations of Use

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

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.

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS

DOSAGE FORMS & STRENGTHS SECTION

Glimepiride Tablets, USP are available containing 1 mg, 2 mg or 4 mg of glimepiride, USP.

  • The 1 mg tablet is a white to off-white, oval tablet debossed with G to the left of the score and 11 to the right of the score on one side of the tablet and MYLAN on the other side.
  • 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.
  • The 4 mg tablet is a peach, oval tablet debossed with G to the left of the score and 13 to the right of the score on one side of the tablet  and MYLAN on the other side.

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS

CONTRAINDICATIONS SECTION

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 tablets. Do not use glimepiride tablets 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)].

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS SECTION

5.1 Hypoglycemia

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All sulfonylureas, including glimepiride tablets, can cause severe hypoglycemia [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. The patient's ability to concentrate and react may be impaired as a result of hypoglycemia. These impairments may present a risk in situations where these abilities are especially important, such as driving or operating other machinery. Severe hypoglycemia can lead to unconsciousness or convulsions and may result in temporary or permanent impairment of brain function or death.

Patients must be educated to recognize and manage hypoglycemia. Use caution when initiating and increasing glimepiride tablets doses in patients who may be predisposed to hypoglycemia (e.g., the elderly, patients with renal impairment, patients on other anti-diabetic medications). Debilitated or malnourished patients, and those with adrenal, pituitary, or hepatic impairment are particularly susceptible to the hypoglycemic action of glucose-lowering medications. Hypoglycemia is also more likely to occur when caloric intake is deficient, after severe or prolonged exercise, or when alcohol is ingested.

Early warning symptoms of hypoglycemia may be different or less pronounced in patients with autonomic neuropathy, the elderly, and in patients who are taking beta-adrenergic blocking medications or other sympatholytic agents. These situations may result in severe hypoglycemia before the patient is aware of the hypoglycemia.

5.2 Hypersensitivity Reactions

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There have been postmarketing reports of hypersensitivity reactions in patients treated with glimepiride tablets, including serious reactions such as anaphylaxis, angioedema, and Stevens-Johnson syndrome. If a hypersensitivity reaction is suspected, promptly discontinue glimepiride tablets, assess for other potential causes for the reaction, and institute alternative treatment for diabetes.

5.3 Hemolytic Anemia

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Sulfonylureas can cause hemolytic anemia in patients with glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency. Because glimepiride tablets are a sulfonylurea, use caution in patients with G6PD deficiency and consider the use of a non-sulfonylurea alternative. There are also postmarketing reports of hemolytic anemia in patients receiving glimepiride tablets who did not have known G6PD deficiency [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)].

5.4 Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Mortality with Sulfonylureas

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The administration of oral hypoglycemic drugs has been reported to be associated with increased cardiovascular mortality as compared to treatment with diet alone or diet plus insulin. This warning is based on the study conducted by the University Group Diabetes Program (UGDP), a long-term, prospective clinical trial designed to evaluate the effectiveness of glucose-lowering drugs in preventing or delaying vascular complications in patients with non-insulin-dependent diabetes. The study involved 823 patients who were randomly assigned to one of four treatment groups.

UGDP reported that patients treated for 5 to 8 years with diet plus a fixed dose of tolbutamide (1.5 grams per day) had a rate of cardiovascular mortality approximately 2-1/2 times that of patients treated with diet alone. A significant increase in total mortality was not observed, but the use of tolbutamide was discontinued based on the increase in cardiovascular mortality, thus limiting the opportunity for the study to show an increase in overall mortality. Despite controversy regarding the interpretation of these results, the findings of the UGDP study provide an adequate basis for this warning. The patient should be informed of the potential risks and advantages of glimepiride tablets and of alternative modes of therapy.

Although only one drug in the sulfonylurea class (tolbutamide) was included in this study, it is prudent from a safety standpoint to consider that this warning may also apply to other oral hypoglycemic drugs in this class, in view of their close similarities in mode of action and chemical structure.

5.5 Macrovascular Outcomes

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There have been no clinical studies establishing conclusive evidence of macrovascular risk reduction with glimepiride tablets or any other anti-diabetic drug.

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS

ADVERSE REACTIONS SECTION

The following serious adverse reactions are discussed in more detail below and elsewhere in the labeling:

In clinical trials, the most common adverse reactions with glimepiride tablets were hypoglycemia, dizziness, asthenia, headache, and nausea.

6.1 Clinical Trials Experience

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Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice.

Approximately 2,800 patients with type 2 diabetes have been treated with glimepiride tablets in the controlled clinical trials. In these trials, approximately 1,700 patients were treated with glimepiride tablets for at least 1 year.

Table 1 summarizes adverse events, other than hypoglycemia, that were reported in 11 pooled placebo-controlled trials, whether or not considered to be possibly or probably related to study medication. Treatment duration ranged from 13 weeks to 12 months. Terms that are reported represent those that occurred at an incidence of ≥ 5% among glimepiride tablets-treated patients and more commonly than in patients who received placebo.

Table 1. Eleven Pooled Placebo-Controlled Trials Ranging from 13 Weeks to 12 Months: Adverse Events (Excluding Hypoglycemia) Occurring in ≥ 5% of Glimepiride Tablets-Treated Patients and at a Greater Incidence than with Placebo *

Glimepiride Tablets

N = 745

%

Placebo

N = 294

%

Headache

8.2

7.8

Accidental Injury †

5.8

3.4

Flu Syndrome

5.4

4.4

Nausea

5.0

3.4

Dizziness

5.0

2.4

* Glimepiride tablets doses ranged from 1 mg to 16 mg administered daily

† Insufficient information to determine whether any of the accidental injury events were associated with hypoglycemia

Hypoglycemia

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled monotherapy trial of 14 weeks duration, patients already on sulfonylurea therapy underwent a 3-week washout period then were randomized to glimepiride tablets 1 mg, 4 mg, 8 mg or placebo. Patients randomized to glimepiride tablets 4 mg or 8 mg underwent forced-titration from an initial dose of 1 mg to these final doses, as tolerated [see Clinical Studies (14.1)] . The overall incidence of possible hypoglycemia (defined by the presence of at least one symptom that the investigator believed might be related to hypoglycemia; a concurrent glucose measurement was not required) was 4% for glimepiride tablets 1 mg, 17% for glimepiride tablets 4 mg, 16% for glimepiride tablets 8 mg and 0% for placebo. All of these events were self-treated.

In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled monotherapy trial of 22 weeks duration, patients received a starting dose of either 1 mg glimepiride tablets or placebo daily. The dose of glimepiride tablets was titrated to a target fasting plasma glucose of 90 mg/dL to 150 mg/dL. Final daily doses of glimepiride tablets were 1 mg, 2 mg, 3 mg, 4 mg, 6 mg or 8 mg [see Clinical Studies (14.1)] . The overall incidence of possible hypoglycemia (as defined above for the 14-week trial) for glimepiride tablets vs. placebo was 19.7% vs. 3.2%. All of these events were self-treated.

Weight Gain

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Glimepiride tablets, like all sulfonylureas, can cause weight gain [see Clinical Studies (14.1)].

Allergic Reactions

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In clinical trials, allergic reactions, such as pruritus, erythema, urticaria, and morbilliform or maculopapular eruptions, occurred in less than 1% of glimepiride tablets-treated patients. These may resolve despite continued treatment with glimepiride tablets. There are postmarketing reports of more serious allergic reactions (e.g., dyspnea, hypotension, shock) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].

Laboratory Tests

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Elevated Serum Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)

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In 11 pooled placebo-controlled trials of glimepiride tablets, 1.9% of glimepiride tablets-treated patients and 0.8% of placebo-treated patients developed serum ALT greater than 2 times the upper limit of the reference range.

6.2 Postmarketing Experience

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The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of glimepiride tablets. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.

  • Serious hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, angioedema, and Stevens-Johnson syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]
  • Hemolytic anemia in patients with and without G6PD deficiency [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)]
  • Impairment of liver function (e.g., with cholestasis and jaundice), as well as hepatitis, which may progress to liver failure
  • Porphyria cutanea tarda, photosensitivity reactions and allergic vasculitis
  • Leukopenia, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, and pancytopenia
  • Thrombocytopenia (including severe cases with platelet count less than 10,000/μL) and thrombocytopenic purpura
  • Hepatic porphyria reactions and disulfiram-like reactions
  • Hyponatremia and syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH), most often in patients who are on other medications or who have medical conditions known to cause hyponatremia or increase release of antidiuretic hormone
  • Dysgeusia
  • Alopecia

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS

DRUG INTERACTIONS SECTION

7.1 Drugs Affecting Glucose Metabolism

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A number of medications affect glucose metabolism and may require glimepiride tablets dose adjustment and particularly close monitoring for hypoglycemia or worsening glycemic control.

The following are examples of medications that may increase the glucose-lowering effect of sulfonylureas including glimepiride tablets, increasing the susceptibility to and/or intensity of hypoglycemia: oral anti-diabetic medications, pramlintide acetate, insulin, angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, H 2 receptor antagonists, fibrates, propoxyphene, pentoxifylline, somatostatin analogs, anabolic steroids and androgens, cyclophosphamide, phenyramidol, guanethidine, fluconazole, sulfinpyrazone, tetracyclines, clarithromycin, disopyramide, quinolones, and those drugs that are highly protein-bound, such as fluoxetine, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, salicylates, sulfonamides, chloramphenicol, coumarins, probenecid and monoamine oxidase inhibitors. When these medications are administered to a patient receiving glimepiride tablets, monitor the patient closely for hypoglycemia. When these medications are withdrawn from a patient receiving glimepiride tablets, monitor the patient closely for worsening glycemic control.

The following are examples of medications that may reduce the glucose-lowering effect of sulfonylureas including glimepiride tablets, leading to worsening glycemic control: danazol, glucagon, somatropin, protease inhibitors, atypical antipsychotic medications (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), barbiturates, diazoxide, laxatives, rifampin, thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid hormones, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics (e.g., epinephrine, albuterol, terbutaline), and isoniazid. When these medications are administered to a patient receiving glimepiride tablets, monitor the patient closely for worsening glycemic control. When these medications are withdrawn from a patient receiving glimepiride tablets, monitor the patient closely for hypoglycemia.

Beta-blockers, clonidine, and reserpine may lead to either potentiation or weakening of glimepiride tablet’s glucose-lowering effect.

Both acute and chronic alcohol intake may potentiate or weaken the glucose-lowering action of glimepiride tablets in an unpredictable fashion.

The signs of hypoglycemia may be reduced or absent in patients taking sympatholytic drugs such as beta-blockers, clonidine, guanethidine, and reserpine

7.2 Miconazole

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A potential interaction between oral miconazole and sulfonylureas leading to severe hypoglycemia has been reported. Whether this interaction also occurs with other dosage forms of miconazole is not known.

7.3 Cytochrome P450 2C9 Interactions

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There may be an interaction between glimepiride and inhibitors (e.g., fluconazole) and inducers (e.g., rifampin) of cytochrome P450 2C9. Fluconazole may inhibit the metabolism of glimepiride, causing increased plasma concentrations of glimepiride which may lead to hypoglycemia. Rifampin may induce the metabolism of glimepiride, causing decreased plasma concentrations of glimepiride which may lead to worsening glycemic control.

7.4 Concomitant Administration of Colesevelam

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Colesevelam can reduce the maximum plasma concentration and total exposure of glimepiride when the two are coadministered. However, absorption is not reduced when glimepiride is administered 4 hours prior to colesevelam. Therefore, glimepiride tablets should be administered at least 4 hours prior to colesevelam.

8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS

USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS SECTION

8.1 Pregnancy

PREGNANCY SECTION

Pregnancy Category C

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There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of glimepiride tablets in pregnant women. In animal studies there was no increase in congenital anomalies, but an increase in fetal deaths occurred in rats and rabbits at glimepiride doses 50 times (rats) and 0.1 times (rabbits) the maximum recommended human dose (based on body surface area). This fetotoxicity, observed only at doses inducing maternal hypoglycemia, is believed to be directly related to the pharmacologic (hypoglycemic) action of glimepiride and has been similarly noted with other sulfonylureas. Glimepiride tablets should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Because data suggest that abnormal blood glucose during pregnancy is associated with a higher incidence of congenital abnormalities, diabetes treatment during pregnancy should maintain blood glucose as close to normal as possible.

Nonteratogenic Effects

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Prolonged severe hypoglycemia (4 to 10 days) has been reported in neonates born to mothers receiving a sulfonylurea at the time of delivery.

8.3 Nursing Mothers

NURSING MOTHERS SECTION

It is not known whether glimepiride is excreted in human milk. During pre- and post-natal studies in rats, significant concentrations of glimepiride were present in breast milk and the serum of the pups. Offspring of rats exposed to high levels of glimepiride during pregnancy and lactation developed skeletal deformities consisting of shortening, thickening, and bending of the humerus during the postnatal period. These skeletal deformations were determined to be the result of nursing from mothers exposed to glimepiride. Based on these animal data and the potential for hypoglycemia in a nursing infant, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or discontinue glimepiride tablets, taking into account the importance of glimepiride tablets to the mother.

8.4 Pediatric Use

PEDIATRIC USE SECTION

The pharmacokinetics, efficacy and safety of glimepiride tablets have been evaluated in pediatric patients with type 2 diabetes as described below. Glimepiride tablets are not recommended in pediatric patients because of its adverse effects on body weight and hypoglycemia.

The pharmacokinetics of a 1 mg single dose of glimepiride tablets were evaluated in 30 patients with type 2 diabetes (male = 7; female = 23) between ages 10 and 17 years. The mean (± SD) AUC (0-last) (339 ng•hr/mL ± 203 ng•hr/mL), C max (102 ng/mL ± 48 ng/mL) and t 1/2 (3.1 ± 1.7 hours) for glimepiride were comparable to historical data from adults (AUC (0-last) 315 ng•hr/mL ± 96 ng•hr/mL, C max 103 ng/mL ± 34 ng/mL and t 1/2 5.3 ± 4.1 hours).

The safety and efficacy of glimepiride tablets in pediatric patients was evaluated in a single-blind, 24-week trial that randomized 272 patients (8 to 17 years of age) with type 2 diabetes to glimepiride tablets (n = 135) or metformin (n = 137). Both treatment-naïve patients (those treated with only diet and exercise for at least 2 weeks prior to randomization) and previously treated patients (those previously treated or currently treated with other oral antidiabetic medications for at least 3 months) were eligible to participate. Patients who were receiving oral antidiabetic agents at the time of study entry discontinued these medications before randomization without a washout period. Glimepiride tablets were initiated at 1 mg, and then titrated up to 2 mg, 4 mg or 8 mg (mean last dose 4 mg) through Week 12, targeting a self-monitored fasting fingerstick blood glucose < 126 mg/dL. Metformin was initiated at 500 mg twice daily and titrated at Week 12 up to 1000 mg twice daily (mean last dose 1365 mg).

After 24 weeks, the overall mean treatment difference in HbA 1c between glimepiride tablets and metformin was 0.2%, favoring metformin (95% confidence interval -0.3% to + 0.6%). Based on these results, the trial did not meet its primary objective of showing a similar reduction in HbA 1c with glimepiride tablets compared to metformin.

Table 2. Change from Baseline in HbA 1C and Body Weight in Pediatric Patients taking Glimepiride Tablets or Metformin

Metformin

Glimepiride Tablets

Treatment-Naïve Patients*

N = 69

N = 72

HbA 1C (%)

Baseline (mean)

8.2

8.3

Change from baseline (adjusted LS mean) †

-1.2

-1.0

Adjusted Treatment Difference ‡

(95% CI)

0.2 (-0.3; 0.6)

Previously Treated Patients

N = 57

N = 55

HbA 1C (%)

Baseline (mean)

9.0

8.7

Change from baseline (adjusted LS mean)

-0.2

0.2

Adjusted Treatment Difference

(95% CI)

0.4 (-0.4; 1.2)

Body Weight (kg)

N = 126

N = 129

Baseline (mean)

67.3

66.5

Change from baseline (adjusted LS mean)

0.7

2.0

Adjusted Treatment Difference

(95% CI)

1.3 (0.3; 2.3)

* Intent-to-treat population using last-observation-carried-forward for missing data (glimepiride tablets, n = 127; metformin, n = 126)

† Adjusted for baseline HbA 1c and Tanner Stage

‡ Difference is glimepiride tablets – metformin with positive differences favoring metformin

The profile of adverse reactions in pediatric patients treated with glimepiride tablets were similar to that observed in adults [see Adverse Reactions (6)].

Hypoglycemic events documented by blood glucose values < 36 mg/dL were observed in 4% of pediatric patients treated with glimepiride tablets and in 1% of pediatric patients treated with metformin. One patient in each treatment group experienced a severe hypoglycemic episode (severity was determined by the investigator based on observed signs and symptoms).

8.5 Geriatric Use

GERIATRIC USE SECTION

In clinical trials of glimepiride tablets, 1053 of 3491 patients (30%) were > 65 years of age. No overall differences in safety or effectiveness were observed between these patients and younger patients, but greater sensitivity of some older individuals cannot be ruled out.There were no significant differences in glimepiride pharmacokinetics between patients with type 2 diabetes ≤ 65 years (n = 49) and those > 65 years (n = 42) [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

Glimepiride is substantially excreted by the kidney. Elderly patients are more likely to have renal impairment. In addition, hypoglycemia may be difficult to recognize in the elderly [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] . Use caution when initiating glimepiride tablets and increasing the dose of glimepiride tablets in this patient population.

8.6 Renal Impairment

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To minimize the risk of hypoglycemia, the recommended starting dose of glimepiride tablets is 1 mg daily for all patients with type 2 diabetes and renal impairment [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

A multiple-dose titration study was conducted in 16 patients with type 2 diabetes and renal impairment using doses ranging from 1 mg to 8 mg daily for 3 months. Baseline creatinine clearance ranged from 10 mL/min to 60 mL/min. The pharmacokinetics of glimepiride tablets were evaluated in the multiple-dose titration study and the results were consistent with those observed in patients enrolled in a single-dose study. In both studies, the relative total clearance of glimepiride tablets increased when kidney function was impaired. Both studies also demonstrated that the elimination of the two major metabolites was reduced in patients with renal impairment [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

10 OVERDOSAGE

OVERDOSAGE SECTION

An overdosage of glimepiride tablets, as with other sulfonylureas, can produce severe hypoglycemia. Mild episodes of hypoglycemia can be treated with oral glucose. Severe hypoglycemic reactions constitute medical emergencies requiring immediate treatment. Severe hypoglycemia with coma, seizure, or neurological impairment can be treated with glucagon or intravenous glucose. Continued observation and additional carbohydrate intake may be necessary because hypoglycemia may recur after apparent clinical recovery [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

11 DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION SECTION

Glimepiride tablets, USP are an oral sulfonylurea that contains the active ingredient glimepiride. Chemically, glimepiride is identified as 1-[[ p-[2-(3-Ethyl-4-methyl-2-oxo-3-pyrroline-1-carboxamido)ethyl]phenyl]sulfonyl]-3-( trans-4-methylcyclohexyl)urea (C 24H 34N 4O 5S) with a molecular weight of 490.62. Glimepiride, USP is a white, crystalline, odorless to practically odorless powder and is practically insoluble in water.

The structural formula is:

Glimepiride Structural Formula
Glimepiride Structural Formula

 

Glimepiride tablets contain the active ingredient glimepiride and the following inactive ingredients:lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline  cellulose, povidone, sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium starch glycolate (potato). In addition, the 2 mg and 4 mg tablets contain D&C Yellow No. 10 Aluminum Lake and the 4 mg tablets also contain D&C Red No. 27 Aluminum Lake.

12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY SECTION

12.1 Mechanism of Action

MECHANISM OF ACTION SECTION

Glimepiride primarily lowers blood glucose by stimulating the release of insulin from pancreatic beta cells. Sulfonylureas bind to the sulfonylurea receptor in the pancreatic beta-cell plasma membrane, leading to closure of the ATP-sensitive potassium channel, thereby stimulating the release of insulin.

12.2 Pharmacodynamics

PHARMACODYNAMICS SECTION

In healthy subjects, the time to reach maximal effect (minimum blood glucose concentrations) was approximately 2 to 3 hours after single oral doses of glimepiride tablets. The effects of glimepiride tablets on HbA 1c, fasting plasma glucose, and post-prandial glucose have been assessed in clinical trials [see Clinical Studies (14)].

12.3 Pharmacokinetics

PHARMACOKINETICS SECTION

Absorption

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Studies with single oral doses of glimepiride in healthy subjects and with multiple oral doses in patients with type 2 diabetes showed peak drug concentrations (C max) 2 to 3 hours post-dose. When glimepiride was given with meals, the mean C max and AUC (area under the curve) were decreased by 8% and 9%, respectively.

Glimepiride does not accumulate in serum following multiple dosing. The pharmacokinetics of glimepiride does not differ between healthy subjects and patients with type 2 diabetes. Clearance of glimepiride after oral administration does not change over the 1 mg to 8 mg dose range, indicating linear pharmacokinetics.

In healthy subjects, the intra- and inter-individual variabilities of glimepiride pharmacokinetic parameters were 15% to 23% and 24% to 29%, respectively.

Distribution

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After intravenous dosing in healthy subjects, the volume of distribution (Vd) was 8.8 L (113 mL/kg), and the total body clearance (CL) was 47.8 mL/min. Protein binding was greater than 99.5%.

Metabolism

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Glimepiride is completely metabolized by oxidative biotransformation after either an intravenous or oral dose. The major metabolites are the cyclohexyl hydroxy methyl derivative (M1) and the carboxyl derivative (M2). Cytochrome P450 2C9 is involved in the biotransformation of glimepiride to M1. M1 is further metabolized to M2 by one or several cytosolic enzymes. M2 is inactive. In animals, M1 possesses about one-third of the pharmacological activity of glimepiride, but it is unclear whether M1 results in clinically meaningful effects on blood glucose in humans.

Excretion

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When 14C-glimepiride was given orally to 3 healthy male subjects, approximately 60% of the total radioactivity was recovered in the urine in 7 days. M1 and M2 accounted for 80% to 90% of the radioactivity recovered in the urine. The ratio of M1 to M2 in the urine was approximately 3:2 in two subjects and 4:1 in one subject. Approximately 40% of the total radioactivity was recovered in feces. M1 and M2 accounted for about 70% (ratio of M1 to M2 was 1:3) of the radioactivity recovered in feces. No parent drug was recovered from urine or feces. After intravenous dosing in patients, no significant biliary excretion of glimepiride or its M1 metabolite was observed.

Geriatric Patients

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A comparison of glimepiride pharmacokinetics in patients with type 2 diabetes ≤ 65 years and those > 65 years was evaluated in a multiple-dose study using glimepiride tablets 6 mg daily. There were no significant differences in glimepiride pharmacokinetics between the two age groups. The mean AUC at steady state for the older patients was approximately 13% lower than that for the younger patients; the mean weight-adjusted clearance for the older patients was approximately 11% higher than that for the younger patients.

Gender

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There were no differences between males and females in the pharmacokinetics of glimepiride when adjustment was made for differences in body weight.

Race

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No studies have been conducted to assess the effects of race on glimepiride pharmacokinetics but in placebo-controlled trials of glimepiride tablets in patients with type 2 diabetes, the reduction in HbA 1C was comparable in Caucasians (n = 536), Blacks (n = 63), and Hispanics (n = 63).

Renal Impairment

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A single-dose, open-label study glimepiride tablets 3 mg was administered to patients with mild, moderate and severe renal impairment as estimated by creatinine clearance (CLcr): Group I consisted of 5 patients with mild renal impairment (CLcr > 50 mL/min), Group II consisted of 3 patients with moderate renal impairment (CLcr = 20 mL/min to 50 mL/min) and Group III consisted of 7 patients with severe renal impairment (CLcr < 20 mL/min). Although, glimepiride serum concentrations decreased with decreasing renal function, Group III had a 2.3-fold higher mean AUC for M1 and an 8.6-fold higher mean AUC for M2 compared to corresponding mean AUCs in Group I. The apparent terminal half-life (T 1/2) for glimepiride did not change, while the half-lives for M1 and M2 increased as renal function decreased. Mean urinary excretion of M1 plus M2 as a percentage of dose decreased from 44.4% for Group I to 21.9% for Group II and 9.3% for Group III.

Hepatic Impairment

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

It is unknown whether there is an effect of hepatic impairment on glimepiride tablets pharmacokinetics because the pharmacokinetics of glimepiride tablets have not been adequately evaluated in patients with hepatic impairment.

Obese Patients

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The pharmacokinetics of glimepiride and its metabolites were measured in a single-dose study involving 28 patients with type 2 diabetes who either had normal body weight or were morbidly obese. While the t max, clearance, and volume of distribution of glimepiride in the morbidly obese patients were similar to those in the normal weight group, the morbidly obese had lower C max and AUC than those of normal body weight. The mean C max, AUC 0-24, AUC 0-∞ values of glimepiride in normal vs. morbidly obese patients were 547 ng/mL ± 218 ng/mL vs. 410 ng/mL ± 124 ng/mL, 3210 ± 1030 hours•ng/mL vs. 2820 ± 1110 hours•ng/mL and 4000 ± 1320 hours•ng/mL vs. 3280 ± 1360 hours•ng/mL, respectively.

Drug Interactions

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Aspirin

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In a randomized, double-blind, two-period, crossover study, healthy subjects were given either placebo or aspirin 1 gram three times daily for a total treatment period of 5 days. On Day 4 of each study period, a single 1 mg dose of glimepiride tablets was administered. The glimepiride tablets doses were separated by a 14-day washout period. Co-administration of aspirin and glimepiride tablets resulted in a 34% decrease in the mean glimepiride AUC and a 4% decrease in the mean glimepiride C max.

Colesevelam

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Concomitant administration of colesevelam and glimepiride resulted in reductions in glimepiride AUC 0-∞ and C max of 18% and 8%, respectively. When glimepiride was administered 4 hours prior to colesevelam, there was no significant change in glimepiride AUC 0-∞ or C max, -6% and 3%, respectively [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) and Drug Interactions (7.4)].

Cimetidine and Ranitidine

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

In a randomized, open-label, 3-way crossover study, healthy subjects received either a single 4 mg dose of glimepiride tablets alone, glimepiride tablets with ranitidine (150 mg twice daily for 4 days; glimepiride tablets were administered on Day 3), or glimepiride tablets with cimetidine (800 mg daily for 4 days; glimepiride tablets were administered on Day 3). Co-administration of cimetidine or ranitidine with a single 4 mg oral dose of glimepiride tablets did not significantly alter the absorption and disposition of glimepiride.

Propranolol

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

In a randomized, double-blind, two-period, crossover study, healthy subjects were given either placebo or propranolol 40 mg three times daily for a total treatment period of 5 days. On Day 4 or each study period, a single 2 mg dose of glimepiride tablets was administered. The glimepiride tablets doses were separated by a 14-day washout period. Concomitant administration of propranolol and glimepiride tablets significantly increased glimepiride tablets C max, AUC, and T 1/2 by 23%, 22%, and 15%, respectively, and decreased glimepiride CL/f by 18%. The recovery of M1 and M2 from urine was not changed.

Warfarin

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

In an open-label, two-way, crossover study, healthy subjects received 4 mg of glimepiride tablets daily for 10 days. Single 25 mg doses of warfarin were administered 6 days before starting glimepiride tablets and on Day 4 of glimepiride tablets administration. The concomitant administration of glimepiride tablets did not alter the pharmacokinetics of R- and S-warfarin enantiomers. No changes were observed in warfarin plasma protein binding. Glimepiride tablets resulted in a statistically significant decrease in the pharmacodynamic response to warfarin. The reductions in mean area under the prothrombin time (PT) curve and maximum PT values during glimepiride tablets treatment were 3.3% and 9.9%, respectively, and are unlikely to be clinically relevant.

13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY

NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY SECTION

13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, and Impairment of Fertility

CARCINOGENESIS & MUTAGENESIS & IMPAIRMENT OF FERTILITY SECTION

Studies in rats at doses of up to 5000 parts per million (ppm) in complete feed (approximately 340 times the maximum recommended human dose, based on surface area) for 30 months showed no evidence of carcinogenesis. In mice, administration of glimepiride for 24 months resulted in an increase in benign pancreatic adenoma formation that was dose-related and was thought to be the result of chronic pancreatic stimulation. No adenoma formation in mice was observed at a dose of 320 ppm in complete feed, or 46 mg/kg to 54 mg/kg body weight/day. This is about 35 times the maximum human recommended dose of 8 mg once daily based on surface area.

Glimepiride was non-mutagenic in a battery of in vitro and in vivo mutagenicity studies (Ames test, somatic cell mutation, chromosomal aberration, unscheduled DNA synthesis, and mouse micronucleus test).

There was no effect of glimepiride on male mouse fertility in animals exposed up to 2500 mg/kg body weight (> 1,700 times the maximum recommended human dose based on surface area). Glimepiride had no effect on the fertility of male and female rats administered up to 4000 mg/kg body weight (approximately 4,000 times the maximum recommended human dose based on surface area).

14 CLINICAL STUDIES

CLINICAL STUDIES SECTION

14.1 Monotherapy

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

A total of 304 patients with type 2 diabetes already treated with sulfonylurea therapy participated in a 14-week, multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial evaluating the safety and efficacy of glimepiride tablets monotherapy. Patients discontinued their sulfonylurea therapy then entered a 3-week placebo washout period followed by randomization into 1 of 4 treatment groups: placebo (n = 74), glimepiride tablets 1 mg (n = 78), glimepiride tablets 4 mg (n = 76) and glimepiride tablets 8 mg (n = 76). All patients randomized to glimepiride tablets started 1 mg daily. Patients randomized to glimepiride tablets 4 mg or 8 mg had blinded, forced titration of the glimepiride tablets dose at weekly intervals, first to 4 mg and then to 8 mg, as long as the dose was tolerated, until the randomized dose was reached. Patients randomized to the 4 mg dose reached the assigned dose at Week 2. Patients randomized to the 8 mg dose reached the assigned dose at Week 3. Once the randomized dose level was reached, patients were to be maintained at that dose until Week 14. Approximately 66% of the placebo-treated patients completed the trial compared to 81% of patients treated with glimepiride 1 mg and 92% of patients treated with glimepiride 4 mg or 8 mg. Compared to placebo, treatment with glimepiride tablets 1 mg, 4 mg and 8 mg daily provided statistically significant improvements in HbA 1C compared to placebo (Table 3).

Table 3. 14-Week Monotherapy Trial Comparing Glimepiride Tablets to Placebo in Patients Previously Treated with Sulfonylurea Therapy *

Placebo

(N = 74)

Glimepiride Tablets

1 mg (N = 78)

4 mg (N = 76)

8 mg (N = 76)

HbA 1C (%)

n = 59

n = 65

n = 65

n = 68

   Baseline (mean)

8.0

7.9

7.9

8.0

   Change from Baseline (adjusted mean †)

1.5

0.3

-0.3

-0.4

   Difference from Placebo (adjusted mean )

    95% confidence interval

-1.2 ‡

(-1.5, -0.8)

-1.8

(-2.1, -1.4)

-1.8

(-2.2, -1.5)

Mean Baseline Weight (kg)

n = 67

n = 76

n = 75

n = 73

    Baseline (mean)

85.7

84.3

86.1

85.5

    Change from Baseline (adjusted mean )

-2.3

-0.2

0.5

1.0

    Difference from Placebo(adjusted mean )

    95% confidence interval

2.0

(1.4, 2.7)

2.8

(2.1, 3.5)

3.2

(2.5, 4.0)

* Intent-to-treat population using last observation on study

† Least squares mean adjusted for baseline value

‡ p ≤ 0.001

A total of 249 patients who were treatment-naïve or who had received limited treatment with antidiabetic therapy in the past were randomized to receive 22 weeks of treatment with either glimepiride tablets (n = 123) or placebo (n = 126) in a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, dose-titration trial. The starting dose of glimepiride tablets was 1 mg daily and was titrated upward or downward at 2-week intervals to a goal FPG of 90 mg/dL to 150 mg/dL. Blood glucose levels for both FPG and PPG were analyzed in the laboratory. Following 10 weeks of dose adjustment, patients were maintained at their optimal dose (1 mg, 2 mg, 3 mg, 4 mg, 6 mg or 8 mg) for the remaining 12 weeks of the trial. Treatment with glimepiride tablets  provided statistically significant improvements in HbA 1C and FPG compared to placebo (Table 4).

Table 4. 22-Week Monotherapy Trial Comparing Glimepiride Tablets to Placebo in Patients Who were Treatment-Naïve or Who had No Recent Treatment with Antidiabetic Therapy *

Placebo (N = 126)

Glimepiride Tablets (N = 123)

HbA 1C (%)

n = 97

n = 106

    Baseline (mean)

9.1

9.3

    Change from Baseline (adjusted mean †)

-1.1 ‡

-2.2

    Difference from Placebo (adjusted mean )

    95% confidence interval

-1.1

(-1.5, -0.8)

Body Weight (kg)

n = 122

n = 119

    Baseline (mean)

86.5

87.1

    Change from Baseline (adjusted mean )

-0.9

1.8

    Difference from Placebo (adjusted mean )

    95% confidence interval

2.7

(1.9, 3.6)

* Intent-to-treat population using last observation on study

† Least squares mean adjusted for baseline value

‡ p ≤ 0.0001

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING

HOW SUPPLIED SECTION

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:

NDC 51079-425-20 – Unit dose blister packages of 100 (10 cards of 10 tablets each).

The 4 mg tablet is a peach, oval tablet debossed with G to the left of the score and 13 to the right of the score on one side of the tablet and MYLAN on the other side. They are available as follows:

NDC 51079-426-20 – Unit dose blister packages of 100 (10 cards of 10 tablets each).

Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]

17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION

INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS SECTION

17.1 Information for Patients

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Inform patients about the importance of adherence to dietary instructions, of a regular exercise program, and of regular testing of blood glucose.

Inform patients about the potential side effects of glimepiride tablets including hypoglycemia and weight gain.

Explain the symptoms and treatment of hypoglycemia as well as conditions that predispose to hypoglycemia. Patients should be informed that the ability to concentrate and react may be impaired as a result of hypoglycemia. This may present a risk in situations where these abilities are especially important, such as driving or operating other machinery.

Patients with diabetes should be advised to inform their healthcare provider if they are pregnant, contemplating pregnancy, breastfeeding, or contemplating breastfeeding.

Manufactured by:
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Morgantown, WV 26505 U.S.A.

Distributed by:
Mylan Institutional Inc.
Rockford, IL 61103 U.S.A.

S-12199 R2
12/17

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL – 2 mg 

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

NDC 51079-425-20

Glimepiride
Tablets, USP
2 mg
Once a Day

100 Tablets (10 x 10)

Each tablet contains:
Glimepiride, USP . . . . 2 mg

Usual Dosage: See accompanying
prescribing information.

Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F).
[See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]

Manufactured by:
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Morgantown, WV 26505 U.S.A.

Rx only

S-9117 R3

Distributed by:

Mylan Institutional Inc.

Rockford, IL 61103 U.S.A.

This unit dose package is not child resistant.

For institutional use only.

Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.

This container provides light-resistance.

See window for lot number and expiration date.

Glimepiride 2 mg Tablets Unit Carton Label
Glimepiride 2 mg Tablets Unit Carton Label
Serialized Unit Carton
Serialized Unit Carton

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL – 4 mg  

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

NDC 51079-426-20

Glimepiride
Tablets, USP
4 mg
Once A Day

100 Tablets (10 x 10)

Each tablet contains:
Glimepiride, USP . . . . 4 mg

Usual Dosage: See accompanying
prescribing information.

Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F).
[See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]

Manufactured by:
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Morgantown, WV 26505 U.S.A.

Rx only

S-9118 R3

Distributed by:

Mylan Institutional Inc.

Rockford, IL 61103 U.S.A.

This unit dose package is not child resistant.

For institutional use only.

Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.

This container provides light-resistance.

See window for lot number and expiration date.

Glimepiride 4 mg Tablets Unit Carton Label
Glimepiride 4 mg Tablets Unit Carton Label
Serialized Unit Carton
Serialized Unit Carton

DailyMed Billing Units#

Package NDC, Billing unit, Product NDC table
Package NDCBilling unitProduct NDCDailyMed indexing SPLSPL versionEffective
51079-425-01EA - Each51079-425aabfcf98-b5df-4d4c-bf3d-f511ce9905a212012-07-24
51079-425-20EA - Each51079-42550882415-cc72-4d70-abdb-6c87b1613a7212012-07-24
0378-4012-01EA - Each0378-4012b0e6d2c4-3fb4-4e8d-9021-ba9e2b360ca812012-07-24
51079-426-01EA - Each51079-426723b33da-9306-424b-b58a-4b6b17a1f9a212012-07-24
51079-426-20EA - Each51079-426becb400d-7198-4d70-8086-5ecacf263dd512012-07-24
0378-4013-01EA - Each0378-4013502c8f06-ecc4-4d9f-95cc-538bbf10ffe812012-07-24

DailyMed Socrata Ingredients#

Ingredient, Type, UNII table
IngredientTypeUNIISPL versionUploaded
GLIMEPIRIDEACTIVE INGREDIENT6KY687524K2
GLIMEPIRIDEACTIVE MOIETY6KY687524K2
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEINACTIVE INGREDIENTOP1R32D61U2
D&C RED NO. 27INACTIVE INGREDIENT2LRS185U6K2
D&C YELLOW NO. 10INACTIVE INGREDIENT35SW5USQ3G2
LACTOSE MONOHYDRATEINACTIVE INGREDIENTEWQ57Q8I5X2
MAGNESIUM STEARATEINACTIVE INGREDIENT70097M6I302
POVIDONESINACTIVE INGREDIENTFZ989GH94E2
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATEINACTIVE INGREDIENT368GB5141J2
SODIUM STARCH GLYCOLATE TYPE A POTATOINACTIVE INGREDIENT5856J3G2A22

Products#

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NDC Codes#

Product NDC, Package NDC table
Product NDCPackage NDC
51079-42551079-425-01, 51079-425-20
0378-4012
51079-42651079-426-01, 51079-426-20
0378-4013

Ingredients#

Every source-derived ingredient row is available through these pages.

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Source Document#

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Inactive ingredient matches#

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DailyMed ingredient, IID ingredient, UNII table
DailyMed ingredientIID ingredientUNIIDosage form / routePotencyMaximum daily exposureMatch
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61UGRANULE / ORAL29520 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
LACTOSE MONOHYDRATELACTOSE MONOHYDRATEEWQ57Q8I5XINSERT / VAGINAL2282 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
38 equally ranked IID candidates
LACTOSE MONOHYDRATELACTOSE MONOHYDRATEEWQ57Q8I5XTABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORAL520 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
38 equally ranked IID candidates
LACTOSE MONOHYDRATELACTOSE MONOHYDRATEEWQ57Q8I5XTABLET, COATED / ORAL1301 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
38 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30GRANULE, FOR SUSPENSION / ORAL14 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
D&C RED NO. 27D&C RED NO. 272LRS185U6KTABLET, CHEWABLE / ORAL7 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
4 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30RING / VAGINAL2 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE / ORAL1060 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61UTROCHE / ORAL300 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
POVIDONESPOVIDONEFZ989GH94ETABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORAL101 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
30 equally ranked IID candidates
D&C YELLOW NO. 10D&C YELLOW NO. 1035SW5USQ3GPASTE / DENTALNAExact identifier — unii candidate
31 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE / ORAL144 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
LACTOSE MONOHYDRATELACTOSE MONOHYDRATEEWQ57Q8I5XINJECTION, POWDER, FOR SOLUTION / INTRAMUSCULAR214 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
38 equally ranked IID candidates
D&C YELLOW NO. 10D&C YELLOW NO. 1035SW5USQ3GTABLET, COATED / ORAL2.5 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
31 equally ranked IID candidates
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61USUSPENSION, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORAL1120 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30INHALANT / ORAL0.08 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
LACTOSE MONOHYDRATELACTOSE MONOHYDRATEEWQ57Q8I5XINJECTION / INTRAMUSCULAR150 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
38 equally ranked IID candidates
D&C YELLOW NO. 10D&C YELLOW NO. 1035SW5USQ3GGUM, CHEWING / BUCCAL24 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
31 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30WAFER / ORAL66 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61UTABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORAL5119 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
POVIDONESPOVIDONEFZ989GH94ESOLUTION / ORAL3000 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
30 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30TABLET, FOR SUSPENSION / ORAL131 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
LACTOSE MONOHYDRATELACTOSE MONOHYDRATEEWQ57Q8I5XTABLET, FOR SUSPENSION / ORAL2794 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
38 equally ranked IID candidates
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61UCAPSULE, COATED PELLETS / ORAL456 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30POWDER, FOR SUSPENSION / ORAL120 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30SYSTEM / INTRAVITREAL0.02 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
D&C YELLOW NO. 10D&C YELLOW NO. 1035SW5USQ3GGEL / TOPICALNAExact identifier — unii candidate
31 equally ranked IID candidates
LACTOSE MONOHYDRATELACTOSE MONOHYDRATEEWQ57Q8I5XTABLET, FILM COATED / ORAL968 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
38 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATESODIUM LAURYL SULFATE368GB5141JGEL / VAGINAL0.2 %w/wExact identifier — unii candidate
42 equally ranked IID candidates
D&C YELLOW NO. 10D&C YELLOW NO. 1035SW5USQ3GSUSPENSION, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORAL1 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
31 equally ranked IID candidates
D&C YELLOW NO. 10D&C YELLOW NO. 1035SW5USQ3GSUSPENSION / ORAL20 mg/5mlExact identifier — unii candidate
31 equally ranked IID candidates
D&C YELLOW NO. 10D&C YELLOW NO. 1035SW5USQ3GSOLUTION / ORAL8 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
31 equally ranked IID candidates
LACTOSE MONOHYDRATELACTOSE MONOHYDRATEEWQ57Q8I5XINJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION / INTRAMUSCULAR150 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
38 equally ranked IID candidates
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61UCAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE / ORAL366 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
D&C YELLOW NO. 10D&C YELLOW NO. 1035SW5USQ3GSUPPOSITORY / RECTAL0.11 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
31 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30LOZENGE / TRANSMUCOSAL100 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30TABLET, FILM COATED / ORAL96 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
D&C YELLOW NO. 10D&C YELLOW NO. 1035SW5USQ3GSOAP / TOPICAL1.4 %w/wExact identifier — unii candidate
31 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30TABLET, COATED / ORAL184 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
D&C YELLOW NO. 10D&C YELLOW NO. 1035SW5USQ3GTABLET, CHEWABLE / ORAL4 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
31 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30CAPSULE / ORAL256.4 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATESODIUM LAURYL SULFATE368GB5141JCAPSULE, COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORALNAExact identifier — unii candidate
42 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATESODIUM LAURYL SULFATE368GB5141JCAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE PELLETS / ORAL99 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
42 equally ranked IID candidates
POVIDONESPOVIDONEFZ989GH94ECAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE PELLETS / ORAL32 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
30 equally ranked IID candidates
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61UTABLET, ORALLY DISINTEGRATING, DELAYED RELEASE / ORAL1576 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30IMPLANT / INTRAVITREALNAExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61UTABLET, FILM COATED / ORAL992 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATESODIUM LAURYL SULFATE368GB5141JINSERT / VAGINAL15 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
42 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATESODIUM LAURYL SULFATE368GB5141JTABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE / ORAL320 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
42 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30TROCHE / ORAL315 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATESODIUM LAURYL SULFATE368GB5141JSUSPENSION / ORAL705 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
42 equally ranked IID candidates
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61UIMPLANT / INTRAVITREAL1.66 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61UPELLET / ORAL1140 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATESODIUM LAURYL SULFATE368GB5141JTABLET, ORALLY DISINTEGRATING / ORAL16 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
42 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATESODIUM LAURYL SULFATE368GB5141JCAPSULE / ORAL600 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
42 equally ranked IID candidates
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATESODIUM LAURYL SULFATE368GB5141JPOWDER / VAGINAL3 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
42 equally ranked IID candidates
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINEMICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSEOP1R32D61UTABLET / SUBLINGUAL43.2 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
28 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30TABLET / ORAL980 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates
D&C YELLOW NO. 10D&C YELLOW NO. 1035SW5USQ3GCAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED / ORAL1.51 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
31 equally ranked IID candidates
MAGNESIUM STEARATEMAGNESIUM STEARATE70097M6I30SUSPENSION / ORAL64 mgExact identifier — unii candidate
39 equally ranked IID candidates

Orange Book application contexts#

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Application-product, Trade name, Ingredient table
Application-productTrade nameIngredientStrengthDosage form / routeTE codesRLD / RSApproval date
A077624-001GLIMEPIRIDEGLIMEPIRIDE1MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28
A077624-002GLIMEPIRIDEGLIMEPIRIDE2MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28
A077624-003GLIMEPIRIDEGLIMEPIRIDE4MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28

Observed Orange Book product history#

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Captured, Edition, Application-product table
CapturedEditionApplication-productTrade nameStrengthDosage form / routeProduct TE source textRLD / RSApproval dateSource SHA-256
2026-10-15 13:18:302026-09A077624-001GLIMEPIRIDE1MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28c2088c7a36db…
2026-10-15 13:18:302026-09A077624-002GLIMEPIRIDE2MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28c2088c7a36db…
2026-10-15 13:18:302026-09A077624-003GLIMEPIRIDE4MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28c2088c7a36db…
2026-09-14 22:38:342026-08A077624-001GLIMEPIRIDE1MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-2884e616aacf4f…
2026-09-14 22:38:342026-08A077624-002GLIMEPIRIDE2MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-2884e616aacf4f…
2026-09-14 22:38:342026-08A077624-003GLIMEPIRIDE4MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-2884e616aacf4f…
2026-08-18 06:07:402026-07A077624-001GLIMEPIRIDE1MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28caaa826d4ba7…
2026-08-18 06:07:402026-07A077624-002GLIMEPIRIDE2MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28caaa826d4ba7…
2026-08-18 06:07:402026-07A077624-003GLIMEPIRIDE4MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28caaa826d4ba7…
2026-02-19 14:30 UTC2026-02A077624-001GLIMEPIRIDE1MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28011fe1cb6892…
2026-02-19 14:30 UTC2026-02A077624-002GLIMEPIRIDE2MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28011fe1cb6892…
2026-02-19 14:30 UTC2026-02A077624-003GLIMEPIRIDE4MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28011fe1cb6892…
2025-12-14 10:44 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2025-12A077624-001GLIMEPIRIDE1MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-2831067a03dcf5…
2025-12-14 10:44 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2025-12A077624-002GLIMEPIRIDE2MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-2831067a03dcf5…
2025-12-14 10:44 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2025-12A077624-003GLIMEPIRIDE4MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-2831067a03dcf5…
2025-08-23 18:47 UTC2025-08A077624-001GLIMEPIRIDE1MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-286a471c1ec25d…
2025-08-23 18:47 UTC2025-08A077624-002GLIMEPIRIDE2MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-286a471c1ec25d…
2025-08-23 18:47 UTC2025-08A077624-003GLIMEPIRIDE4MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-286a471c1ec25d…
2025-03-22 03:13 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2025-03A077624-001GLIMEPIRIDE1MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28fd3edfee7708…
2025-03-22 03:13 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2025-03A077624-002GLIMEPIRIDE2MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28fd3edfee7708…
2025-03-22 03:13 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2025-03A077624-003GLIMEPIRIDE4MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28fd3edfee7708…
2025-02-26 10:13 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2025-02A077624-001GLIMEPIRIDE1MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28b8a1b40f171c…
2025-02-26 10:13 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2025-02A077624-002GLIMEPIRIDE2MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28b8a1b40f171c…
2025-02-26 10:13 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2025-02A077624-003GLIMEPIRIDE4MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28b8a1b40f171c…
2025-01-19 17:59 UTC · 7 captures of this ZIP2025-01A077624-001GLIMEPIRIDE1MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-2803ed91905a0d…
2025-01-19 17:59 UTC · 7 captures of this ZIP2025-01A077624-002GLIMEPIRIDE2MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-2803ed91905a0d…
2025-01-19 17:59 UTC · 7 captures of this ZIP2025-01A077624-003GLIMEPIRIDE4MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-2803ed91905a0d…
2024-12-13 21:23 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2024-12A077624-001GLIMEPIRIDE1MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-282680178bc6a6…
2024-12-13 21:23 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2024-12A077624-002GLIMEPIRIDE2MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-282680178bc6a6…
2024-12-13 21:23 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2024-12A077624-003GLIMEPIRIDE4MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-282680178bc6a6…
2024-09-14 05:58 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2024-09A077624-001GLIMEPIRIDE1MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-285bbf6a4d5a75…
2024-09-14 05:58 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2024-09A077624-002GLIMEPIRIDE2MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-285bbf6a4d5a75…
2024-09-14 05:58 UTC · 2 captures of this ZIP2024-09A077624-003GLIMEPIRIDE4MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-285bbf6a4d5a75…
2024-11-08 22:44 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2024-11A077624-001GLIMEPIRIDE1MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28d8e5a09893c0…
2024-11-08 22:44 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2024-11A077624-002GLIMEPIRIDE2MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28d8e5a09893c0…
2024-11-08 22:44 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2024-11A077624-003GLIMEPIRIDE4MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28d8e5a09893c0…
2024-10-29 15:01 UTC2024-10A077624-001GLIMEPIRIDE1MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28d06236e962d9…
2024-10-29 15:01 UTC2024-10A077624-002GLIMEPIRIDE2MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28d06236e962d9…
2024-10-29 15:01 UTC2024-10A077624-003GLIMEPIRIDE4MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-28d06236e962d9…
2024-08-13 05:28 UTC · 3 captures of this ZIP2024-08A077624-001GLIMEPIRIDE1MGTABLET / ORAL2005-11-2879d66fd596c7…

Observed Orange Book normalized TE history#

Captured, Edition, Application-product table
CapturedEditionApplication-productTE codeOrderSource SHA-256
2019-12-13 00:20 UTC2019-12A077624-001AB174a2ff9319b5…
2019-12-13 00:20 UTC2019-12A077624-002AB174a2ff9319b5…
2019-12-13 00:20 UTC2019-12A077624-003AB174a2ff9319b5…
2019-12-14 00:12 UTC2019-12A077624-001AB13f01610625f2…
2019-12-14 00:12 UTC2019-12A077624-002AB13f01610625f2…
2019-12-14 00:12 UTC2019-12A077624-003AB13f01610625f2…
2019-09-15 20:21 UTC2019-09A077624-001AB1b00525d2431f…
2019-09-15 20:21 UTC2019-09A077624-002AB1b00525d2431f…
2019-09-15 20:21 UTC2019-09A077624-003AB1b00525d2431f…
2019-07-19 19:46 UTC2019-07A077624-001AB1ea99ee380514…
2019-07-19 19:46 UTC2019-07A077624-002AB1ea99ee380514…
2019-07-19 19:46 UTC2019-07A077624-003AB1ea99ee380514…

openFDA label cross-check#

OpenFDA label data provides additional search and identifier links. DailyMed’s Structured Product Label is the canonical label on FDA.report. Matching records are deduplicated before they are shown below.

Matched openFDA labels page 1 of 1 · 1 matching rows.

Brand, Generic, Manufacturer table
BrandGenericManufacturerSPL set IDEffective dateAvailable safety fieldsJoin
96b1794a-244b-80a0-e053-2a95a90a929c85cbba14-ab8e-43b1-9f7d-3a0e6a28b0fc2019-11-06Warnings, Adverse reactionsExact identifier
spl id: 96b1794a-244b-80a0-e053-2a95a90a929c
spl set id: 85cbba14-ab8e-43b1-9f7d-3a0e6a28b0fc

Reported adverse events (FAERS/openFDA)#

Adverse event summaries are temporarily unavailable. Other product information remains available.