Prandin

Prandin (Repaglinide): Uses, Dosages, Side effects, Price, Coupons

• Active Ingredients: Repaglinide
• Drug Category: Anti-diabetic drug
• Uses: It is used to treat diabetes mellitus type 2.
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1Why Prandin is prescribed :-

Repaglinide is a prescription drug that belongs to a class of medication called meglitinides. It is sold in the market under various trade names, Prandin is one of them. It is prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus by enhancing the synthesis of insulin from pancreas and thereby helps to maintain the sugar level of blood. 

2How to use Prandin ?

It is used with diet and exercise for controlling the sugar level of blood. It is recommended to take 30 minutes before eating a meal. Swallow the drug as whole and don't chew, crush or break the tablet. Take the dose exactly advised or prescribed by your physician. 

3What if I miss a dose or overdose of Prandin?

If you forgot to take a dose, then don't be panicked about it, skip the dose and go back to your regular schedule. Don't take both the doses at the same time to catch up the missed dose.

If you take higher doses than the prescribed dose then it leads to overdose that always needs urgent medical supervision. Consult with your physician or pharmacist if you overdose or call any poison control centre right away. 

4Prandin Side-effects ?

Side-effects are the unwanted effects of a drug that may occur due to the active or inactive ingredient. 

Some side effects that are shown by Prandin tablets are hives, convulsions, GI symptoms, nausea, vomiting, dizziness or blurry vision. If you have any sign or symptoms then get emergency medical help that is consulted with your physician. 

5Drug Interactions:

Tell your doctor about your proper medical history to avoid any type of interactions. As interactions are of many kinds some drugs may interact with food as well as various other drug. Some interactions are beneficial and some may show harmful or adverse effects. Consult your physician for any kind of interaction and follow all the guidelines that are provided by your physician to avoid all types of interaction. 

6Precautions:

• Tell your doctor if you consume alcohol. 
• Avoid driving as it affects the concentration ability of your body. 
• If you take any prescription or non prescription medications, tell it to your physician. 
• If you have any type of allergy with this drug inform your doctor.
• Not to be used in type 1 diabetes mellitus or in case of ketoacidosis consult your physician.