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Repide is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2.
The right dosage of Repide depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Repide can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Repide normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Repide's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Repide has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Repide related warnings section.
Repide is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Diabetes Type 1, Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Repide have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Repide may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Repide, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Repide is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Repide safe for pregnant women?
Repide shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Repide safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Repide may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Repide should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Repide on the Kidneys?
Repide can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Repide on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Repide. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Repide on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Repide on the heart have been reported.
Repide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Repide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Repide habit forming or addictive?
Repide does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Repide will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Repide should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Repide cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Repide
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Repide, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Repide
Taking Repide with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prandin® (repaglinide)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 273