Prandin (Repaglinide)

Prandin belongs to a class of drugs referred to as Antidiabetics--Maglitinides Derivates. Each tablet comes in the form of 0.5 mg (white-colored), 1mg (yellow-colored), or 2 mg (peach-colored) of Repaglinide.

Benefits of Prandin

Prandin is used either alone or in combination with other drugs to:

Control high blood sugar (In conjunction with a proper exercise and diet program) in adults suffering from type 2 diabetes mellitus. This medicine does not treat type 2 diabetes.

Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent nerve problems, blindness, kidney messages, loss of limbs, and sexual function issues. The medicine does not treat type 1 diabetes, and it is not known if it is effective and safe in children.

How to use Prandin

Before patient takes Repaglinide, and when obtaining a refill, they should read the Patient Information leaflet available from their pharmacist. Consult a doctor or pharmacist in case of any concerns.

As recommended by the doctor, this medicine is taken by mouth 30 minutes before each meal, generally 2-4 times per day according to the number of meals. Don't take a medicine dose if you're skipping a meal or your blood sugar is low.

Dosage

0.5 mg orally before each meal is the suggested beginning dosage for people with an HbA1c of less than 8%. A beginning dosage of 1 or 2 mg orally before each meal is recommended for people with an HbA1c of 8% or above.

The suggested dose range is 0.5 mg - 4 mg, with a daily maximum of 16 mg. The patient's dosage should be increased to 4 mg with each meal until glycemic control is good. Following each dose modification, at least one week should pass to assess response.

Other alternative drugs for Prandin include Prandimet (metformin) and Glucophage(metformin) and can be bought from Kiwi's Online Store.  The patient should always talk to their healthcare practitioner to confirm that the information presented here applies to their situation.

Possible side effects of Prandin

• Fever

• Confusion
• Weakness
• Sore throat
• Burning in your eyes
• Skin pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting,
• Fast heart rate
• Pale or yellowed skin
• Dark-colored urine
• Upper stomach and back pain
• Swelling of tongue, throat, face, or lips
• Hives,
• Difficulty breathing, and
• Purple or red skin rash and causes blistering and peeling

Patients should seek medical help immediately if they experience any of the above symptoms. The most prevalent side effects are:

• Headache
• Back pain
• Joint pain, and
• Cold symptoms (sneezing, sore throat, and stuffy nose)
• Low blood sugar
•  nausea
• Diarrhea

Indications

PRANDIN is indicated in conjunction with exercises and proper diet in adults suffering from type 2 diabetes mellitus to improve glycemic control.

Limitation Of Use

The medication should not be used to treat diabetic ketoacidosis or patients suffering from type 1 diabetes mellitus.

Interactions

NPH insulin is a drug that can interact with this medication.

Other medicines may interfere with the elimination of Repaglinide from the body, causing Repaglinide to act differently. Macrolide antibiotics ( erythromycin), trimethoprim, gemfibrozil, Clopidogrel, rifamycins (like rifabutin), azole antifungals (like itraconazole) are just a few examples.

Many medicines might harm blood sugar levels negatively, making it more difficult to regulate. Fluoroquinolone antibiotics (such as ciprofloxacin), corticosteroids (such as prednisone), and antipsychotic medicines (such as olanzapine) are a few examples.

The patient should monitor their blood sugar as directed and report the findings to their doctor. If they exhibit signs of low or high blood sugar, a doctor should be contacted immediately. A doctor may need to modify their diabetes medication, diet, or exercise routine.

Beta-blocker medications (like propranolol, metoprolol, glaucoma eye drops like timolol and propranolol) might help a patient avoid the rapid/pounding pulse that occurs when blood sugar goes too low (hypoglycemia). These medicines do not affect other low blood sugar symptoms, like hunger, dizziness, or sweating.

Handling and Storage

Store at temperatures ranging from 20° to 25° C (68° - 77° F). Keep dampness at bay. Bottles should be kept securely closed and dispense in tight-fitting containers with security seals.

Overdose

Call emergency number immediately patient has overdosed and is experiencing significant symptoms like difficulty breathing or passing out.

Skipped Dose

If a patient forgets to take a dosage, they should skip it and take the next dosage together with the next meal. To catch up, they should not increase the dose.

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