Nateglinide Benefits & Uses

Nateglinide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Nateglinide Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 120 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 60 - 120 mg
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 120 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 60 - 120 mg

Nateglinide Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nateglinide is used -

Moderate

Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)

Mild

Diarrhoea
Weight gain
Convulsion
Blurred vision
Skin Rash
Skin irritation
Back Pain

Common

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Nateglinide Related Warnings

Is the use of Nateglinide safe for pregnant women?

Nateglinide has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Nateglinide without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Nateglinide safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Nateglinide. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Nateglinide on the Kidneys?

Nateglinide rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Nateglinide on the Liver?

Effects of Nateglinide on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Nateglinide on the Heart?

Nateglinide can cause side effects that could harm the heart. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Nateglinide with Other Drugs

Nateglinide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Mild

Cimetidine

Nateglinide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nateglinide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes Type 1
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
High Blood Pressure
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Nateglinide

Is this Nateglinide habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Nateglinide has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Nateglinide since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Nateglinide only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Nateglinide for mental disorders.

No

Nateglinide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nateglinide

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Nateglinide with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Nateglinide

Consumption of alcohol and Nateglinide together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe