Written byDr. Adeline Carol PetersBachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) — Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
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Overview
Amaryl 3mg Tablet is supplied as a tablet, with Glimepiride 3mg. It is supplied in a pack size of 30s.
No prescription is required for this product, as it is a non-prescription medicine. This page is limited to product, safety and handling information.
If you would like guidance before buying, you can speak to a doctor or pharmacist through an online consultation on DoctorOnCall. Orders are dispensed by a registered pharmacist and delivered to your address.
Directions for Use
Take Amaryl 3mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor following an online consultation with DoctorOnCall, usually once daily shortly before or with the first main meal of the day. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water and do not skip the meal that follows your dose, as this increases the risk of low blood sugar.
Dosage
The starting dose of glimepiride is often 1mg once daily, which your doctor may gradually increase based on your blood glucose response, with 3mg being a common maintenance dose and a maximum daily dose that your doctor will set individually, generally not exceeding 6mg to 8mg once daily. Never adjust your Amaryl 3mg Tablet dose without your doctor’s guidance, and do not double a dose if one is missed.
Storage Instructions
Store Amaryl 3mg Tablet below 30°C in a dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture, keeping it in its original packaging until needed. Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Side Effects
Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
Headache
Nausea
Dizziness
Weight gain
Allergic skin reactions (such as rash or itching)
Stomach discomfort
Contraindications
Known hypersensitivity to glimepiride, other sulfonylureas, or sulfonamides
Type 1 diabetes mellitus
Diabetic ketoacidosis or diabetic pre-coma/coma
Severe hepatic or renal impairment
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Drug / Food Interactions
Other antidiabetic medicines or insulin may increase the risk of hypoglycaemia when combined
Beta-blockers may mask the warning signs of hypoglycaemia
Certain antifungals such as miconazole and fluconazole may increase glimepiride’s blood-sugar-lowering effect
Corticosteroids and thiazide diuretics may reduce blood glucose control
Alcohol can increase the risk and unpredictability of hypoglycaemia
Quick Tips
Take Amaryl 3mg Tablet at the same time each day with your first main meal
Never skip a meal after taking your dose
Carry a fast-acting sugar source in case of hypoglycaemia symptoms such as sweating, trembling, or confusion
Check your blood glucose regularly as advised by your doctor
Avoid or limit alcohol while on treatment
Keep all scheduled follow-up appointments for dose review
This medicine should be used cautiously during pregnancy. Monitoring may be required.
Breastfeeding
Safe
This medicine is safe to use while breastfeeding.
Kidney
Use With Care
Use cautiously. Dose adjustment or monitoring may be required.
Liver
Use With Care
Use cautiously. Liver function monitoring may be required.
Alcohol
Use With Care
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with this medicine.
Driving
Safe
This medicine does not affect your ability to drive.
Relevant Information
Amaryl 3mg Tablet requires ongoing medical supervision because sulfonylureas like glimepiride can cause hypoglycaemia that may be more prolonged than with some other diabetes medicines, particularly in elderly patients or those with kidney or liver impairment, so your doctor will monitor your response and may adjust treatment over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Amaryl 3mg Tablet is a non-prescription product and can be ordered without a prescription. It is still dispensed by a registered pharmacist on DoctorOnCall.
Amaryl 3mg Tablet is a tablet containing Glimepiride 3mg. The full ingredient list is shown in the Composition or Ingredients section on this page and on the product packaging.
It is supplied in a pack size of 30s. Choose the pack size you need from the options shown on this page before adding the item to your cart.
This page is limited to product, safety and handling information in line with Malaysian rules on medicine information. If you want advice on whether this product suits you, book an online consultation with a doctor or pharmacist on DoctorOnCall.
Follow the instructions printed on the label and in the leaflet supplied with the pack, and do not exceed the stated amount or duration. Handling steps are set out in the Directions for Use section on this page.
Yes. DoctorOnCall offers online consultations with licensed doctors and registered pharmacists, so you can ask about this product, your existing medicines, or anything on the label before you place an order.
Store Amaryl 3mg Tablet below 30°C in a dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture, keeping it in its original packaging until needed. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Keep it in its original pack and do not use it after the expiry date printed on the packaging.
Stop using the product and speak to a doctor or pharmacist about any reaction that concerns you. Seek medical care immediately for signs of a severe reaction such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips or throat, or a widespread rash. Reported reactions are listed in the Side Effects section on this page.
Within Malaysia, standard delivery takes 3 to 5 working days. Same-day delivery is available in the Klang Valley for orders placed before 12pm; orders placed after 12pm arrive by the end of the next day.
Orders to Singapore are sent as international deliveries and take 5 to 9 working days. A lump-sum shipping and handling fee applies to every overseas delivery and is shown at checkout.
Customers in Malaysia can pay by FPX online banking, credit or debit card (Visa and Mastercard), and supported e-wallets including Touch ‘n Go eWallet, GrabPay and ShopeePay.
FPX and local e-wallets are tied to Malaysian bank and wallet accounts, so if your delivery address is in Singapore, use the payment options displayed at checkout for that address rather than assuming the same list applies.
Yes. DoctorOnCall ships to Singapore as an international order dispatched from Malaysia, arriving in 5 to 9 working days with a lump-sum shipping and handling fee.
Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority (HSA) allows personal imports of up to three months’ supply of a medicine for your own use or an immediate family member’s, as long as it contains no controlled drugs, psychotropic substances or prohibited items. Keep the product in its original labelled packaging and keep a copy of your prescription or doctor’s letter with it. Quantities above three months’ supply, and medicines containing controlled substances, require prior HSA approval.
Products listed on DoctorOnCall are registered with Malaysia’s Ministry of Health for supply in Malaysia, and each pack carries its MAL registration number.
An order delivered to Singapore arrives as a personal import of a Malaysia-registered product; HSA product registration is not required for personal-use quantities, but it is also not the same as a product registered for sale in Singapore. If you need a locally registered Singapore product, buy it from a pharmacy in Singapore.
DoctorOnCall’s customer care team handles order, delivery and product queries through the contact channels on the site, including WhatsApp and the online help centre.
For deliveries to Singapore, allow more time before chasing an order than you would for a local Malaysian delivery, as the parcel passes through customs clearance and tracking updates can appear later in the journey.
Amaryl 3mg Tablet is generally stable for up to 36 months from the date of manufacture when unopened and stored correctly. Always check the expiry date on the blister strip or carton before use.
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Important Medical Information
💊 Recommended Dosage:
The starting dose of glimepiride is often 1mg once daily, which your doctor may gradually increase based on your blood glucose response, with 3mg being a common maintenance dose and a maximum daily dose that your doctor will set individually, generally not exceeding 6mg to 8mg once daily. Never adjust your Amaryl 3mg Tablet dose without your doctor’s guidance, and do not double a dose if one is missed.
🛑 Contraindications (Do not use if):
Known hypersensitivity to glimepiride, other sulfonylureas, or sulfonamides
Type 1 diabetes mellitus
Diabetic ketoacidosis or diabetic pre-coma/coma
Severe hepatic or renal impairment
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you are unsure, please chat with us or consult your doctor.
⚠️ Common Side Effects:
Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
Headache
Nausea
Dizziness
Weight gain
Allergic skin reactions (such as rash or itching)
Stomach discomfort
Stop taking this medication immediately and consult your doctor if you experience severe allergic reactions or side effects.
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