Amarylglimepiride
According to the FDA label: 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) ]. Limitations of Use 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.
38,330 adverse event reports submitted to the FDA (2003–2026)
Top Reported Adverse Events
The most frequently reported events in association with Amaryl in the FAERS database. These are events reported by patients taking this medication, not necessarily caused by it. A single report may include multiple events.
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Blood Glucose Increased 2,984 reports
A blood test result showing a higher than normal blood sugar level.
Full definition in the glossary →Nausea 2,305 reports
The feeling of sickness in your stomach that often comes before vomiting.
Full definition in the glossary → See all drugs reporting this event →Diarrhoea 2,220 reports
Loose or watery bowel movements, often frequent. Also spelled diarrhea in American English.
Full definition in the glossary → See all drugs reporting this event →Drug Ineffective 1,929 reports
A report that the medication did not work as expected for the person taking it. This is a reporting category, not a sign the drug is defective. It simply means someone felt it was not helping their condition.
Full definition in the glossary →Fatigue 1,849 reports
Extreme tiredness or lack of energy that does not improve with rest.
Full definition in the glossary → See all drugs reporting this event →Hypoglycaemia 1,661 reports
A low level of sugar in the blood, which can cause shakiness, sweating, and confusion. Also spelled hypoglycemia in American English.
Full definition in the glossary →Weight Decreased 1,401 reports
Dizziness 1,376 reports
A feeling of being lightheaded, unsteady, or like the room is spinning.
Full definition in the glossary → See all drugs reporting this event →Dyspnoea 1,333 reports
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing. Also spelled dyspnea in American English.
Full definition in the glossary → See all drugs reporting this event →Vomiting 1,320 reports
Throwing up the contents of the stomach.
Full definition in the glossary → See all drugs reporting this event →Acute Kidney Injury 1,229 reports
A sudden drop in how well the kidneys are working. It is often temporary and can have many causes.
Full definition in the glossary →Asthenia 1,205 reports
Physical weakness or lack of strength.
Full definition in the glossary →Decreased Appetite 1,161 reports
Fall 1,086 reports
A report that the person fell down. Falls are tracked because they can signal issues like dizziness, weakness, or balance problems.
Full definition in the glossary →Off Label Use 1,086 reports
Using a medication for a condition or in a way that the FDA has not officially approved. This is common and often legal, and a report of it does not mean something went wrong. Doctors sometimes prescribe drugs off label based on their judgment.
Full definition in the glossary →
Ranked by frequency of reports, not severity. The most-reported event is not necessarily the most dangerous or the most common in patients taking this drug.
Who Is Reporting
Demographics of patients in FAERS reports that included this information. Not all reports include patient demographics.
By Sex
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| Sex | Reports |
|---|---|
| Male | 18,472 |
| Female | 17,825 |
| Unknown | 61 |
By Age Group
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| Age group | Reports |
|---|---|
| 0-17 | 157 |
| 18-34 | 281 |
| 35-49 | 1,828 |
| 50-64 | 7,991 |
| 65-74 | 8,662 |
| 75+ | 7,137 |
This shows who filed reports, reflecting who takes this drug and who tends to report, not who is at greatest risk.
Reported Outcomes
Outcomes recorded in FAERS reports that included Amaryl. A single report may involve multiple reactions, each with a different outcome. These categories are defined by FDA reporting guidelines, not by PillSignal.
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| Outcome | Reports |
|---|---|
| Other Serious | 14,415 |
| Hospitalization | 13,699 |
| Non-Serious | 13,649 |
| Death | 3,232 |
| Life-Threatening | 1,812 |
| Disability | 840 |
Serious outcomes are far more likely to be reported than mild ones, so this overstates how often outcomes are serious. A recorded death does not mean the drug caused it.
Report Volume Over Time
Number of FAERS reports received per quarter for Amaryl. Changes in volume may reflect shifts in prescribing rates, media attention, or reporting behavior, not changes in the medication's safety profile.
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| Year | Reports |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 206 |
| 2005 | 219 |
| 2006 | 396 |
| 2007 | 647 |
| 2008 | 794 |
| 2009 | 731 |
| 2010 | 939 |
| 2011 | 1,194 |
| 2012 | 1,336 |
| 2013 | 1,525 |
| 2014 | 1,750 |
| 2015 | 2,969 |
| 2016 | 3,177 |
| 2017 | 3,277 |
| 2018 | 3,528 |
| 2019 | 3,311 |
| 2020 | 2,692 |
| 2021 | 2,256 |
| 2022 | 1,961 |
| 2023 | 1,806 |
| 2024 | 1,705 |
| 2025 | 1,572 |
| 2026 (partial) | 337 |
The steep increase around 2004 reflects the FDA's move to electronic submission, not a change in this drug's safety. Trends track reporting volume, not risk.
Medications commonly reported with Amaryl
In FDA adverse event reports that mention Amaryl, these medications appeared most often in the same report.
- Metformin (15,033 reports)
- Aspirin (6,807 reports)
- Lisinopril (5,721 reports)
- Furosemide (5,477 reports)
- Omeprazole (4,712 reports)
This reflects co-occurrence in submitted reports, not evidence of drug interaction or combined risk. People often report several medications taken for the same condition or for unrelated reasons. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist about your specific medications.
Related Drugs
Other medications with similar adverse event profiles in FDA FAERS reports.
Data Source
This data is sourced from the FDA's Adverse Event Monitoring System (AEMS), formerly FAERS, via the OpenFDA API. PillSignal is not affiliated with the FDA.
View this data on the FDA website →Data last updated: June 2026