Repaglinide Benefits & Uses

Repaglinide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Repaglinide 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: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Repaglinide Side Effects

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

Severe

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Bloody Urine

Moderate

Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
Diarrhoea
Blurred vision
Confusion
Chills

Mild

पेट दर्द
Nausea or vomiting
Headache

Repaglinide Related Warnings

Is the use of Repaglinide safe for pregnant women?

Repaglinide can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Repaglinide safe during breastfeeding?

Repaglinide should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Repaglinide on the Kidneys?

Repaglinide 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Repaglinide on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Repaglinide. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Repaglinide on the Heart?

Repaglinide has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Repaglinide with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Gemfibrozil

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Propranolol

Captopril

Enalapril

Fluconazole

Mild

Cimetidine

Repaglinide Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Repaglinide

Is this Repaglinide habit forming or addictive?

Repaglinide is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Repaglinide since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

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

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

Repaglinide is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Repaglinide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Repaglinide

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Repaglinide, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Repaglinide

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Repaglinide as it can have severe side effects.

Severe