Category:
Prophylactic Biological Products
CAS NO:
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Standard:
USP,EP,JP,
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Glimepiride is a third-generation sulfonylurea oral hypoglycemic agent. It functions by stimulating insulin release from pancreatic beta cells. The standard industrial synthesis involves condensation reactions yielding the molecular formula C24H25N3O5S with CAS number 93317-04-7.
Contraindicated in patients with Type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Strict storage is required below 25°C in dry, light-resistant environments to maintain chemical stability and potency.