Amaryl (Glimepiride): Side Effects, Risks & Information

Amaryl is an oral drug prescribed to treat cases of type 2 diabetes that have not been effectively controlled with diet and exercise. A brand name for the medication glimepiride, Amaryl works by stimulating the pancreas to produce and release more insulin. Side effects are uncommon.

Hypoglycemia

• Taking Amaryl can cause blood sugar to drop too low. Signs include extreme hunger, blurred vision, confusion, dizziness, fainting, headache, lack of coordination, rapid heart rate, shakiness, sweating and weakness.

Nausea

• In clinical trials with Amaryl, as detailed by eMedTV, up to 1 percent of participants in some studies experienced nausea while taking this drug.

Liver Considerations

• Rarely, Amaryl has been linked to liver problems. Symptoms include jaundice, dark urine and fatigue.

Heart Problems

• Amaryl, like other oral diabetes medications, has been associated with serious heart and blood vessel disorders. Symptoms include chest pain and shortness of breath.

Allergic Reaction

• Rarely, some people have experienced an allergic reaction to Amaryl. Signs are rash or hives, itching, swelling, wheezing, difficulty breathing and difficulty swallowing.