Generic Name - Repaglinide
Category - Antihyperphosphatemic
Indications
Type II diabetes
Generic Prandin is indicated for the treatment of type II diabetes. Type II diabetes is a condition where the amount of insulin produced by your body is not enough or your body may not be using it properly. Repaglinide (Generic Prandin) works by causing your pancreas to release more insulin into the blood stream.
Generic for Prandin Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Prandin is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
There are a number of medications that will interact with Generic Fluoxetine. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following
Proventil
Aspirin
Barbiturates
Beta-blockers
Warfarin
Carbamazepine
Erythromycin
Ketoconazole
Phenytoin
Rifampin
Oral contraceptives
Prednisone
Synthroid
Water pills
Generic for Prandin Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericPrandin
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Prandin for type 2 diabetes mellitus is 0.5 milligram to 4 milligrams. If you have never taken a glucose-lowering medication before, you should start with the 0.5-milligram dose. If you have taken these drugs in the past, the starting dose is 1 or 2 milligrams. Take no more than 16 milligrams a day.
Generic for Prandin Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Prandin side Effects include hypoglycemia-low blood sugar, which may include: anxiety or nervousness, difficulty concentrating, hunger, pale skin, nausea, fatigue, sweating, headache, palpitations, breathing difficulties and fever, chills, sore throat; which means the drug may be affecting your immune system.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Prandin.
Generic for Prandin and Pregnancy
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Prandin in pregnant women have not been established. Consult your doctor before taking this medication, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Generic for Prandin and Breastfeeding
It is not known whether Generic Prandin passes into human milk. Breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking this medication.
Generic for Prandin and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Prandin in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Prandin and Geriatric
Studies do not indicate any overall difference in the safety and effectiveness of Generic Prandin with relation to age.
Note
The above information about Generic Prandin serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy. |
