What are the efficacy and function of Glimepiride Oral Disintegrating Tablets?

Glimepiride orally disintegrating tablets are a sulfonylurea antidiabetic medication with the following main functions and effects: 1. **Lowering blood glucose**: Glimepiride stimulates insulin release from pancreatic β-cells, increases insulin sensitivity in the body, and reduces hepatic glucose output, thereby promoting glucose uptake by muscle and adipose tissues and significantly lowering blood glucose levels. This effect is particularly suitable for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, especially in patients whose blood glucose remains uncontrolled despite diet and exercise therapy. 2. **Improving pancreatic islet function**: Glimepiride not only promotes insulin secretion but also enhances the sensitivity of pancreatic islet cells to glucose, thereby improving overall islet cell function. 3. **Delaying progression of kidney disease**: By reducing blood glucose levels, glimepiride helps prevent further deterioration of kidney damage caused by hyperglycemia, thus slowing the progression of diabetic nephropathy. Before use, consult a physician and strictly follow medical instructions for administration.