Prandin Side Effects

Serious Side Effects of Prandin

low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) with symptoms of feeling faint, dizzy, shaky, or anxious, loss of strength, loss of muscle control, mood or behavioral changes, persistent headache, numbness of the mouth and paleness of skin
severe low blood sugar symptoms: feeling confused, passing out or having seizures (convulsions)
high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) symptoms such as dryness of the mouth, stomach ache, throwing up, trouble breathing or suppression of breath, fruit-like odor of the breath, and difficulty concentrating
feeling extremely thirsty or hungry
urinating more often
loss of muscle strength
changes in vision such as blurry vision

Common Side Effects of Prandin

headache
stuffy nose
aching or cramping of joints
back pain
bowel changes such as diarrhea or constipation

Warnings & Recalls for Prandin

Prandin and Pregnancy

Prandin is listed as an FDA pregnancy Category C drug. Sufficient research of the effects of Prandin in pregnant women has not been conducted to determine if Prandin may harm the fetus. It is unknown if Prandin may pass through breast milk or harm a nursing baby. Patients should not take Prandin while breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor before using Prandin if you are pregnant, may become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

General Warnings

Prandin is not for everyone. Prandin should not be taken by patients who:

are allergic to Prandin
have type 1 diabetes
are suffering from ketoacidosis

Before taking Prandin tell your doctor about any of the following you may have:

liver disease
kidney disease
type 1 diabetes mellitus
any allergies you may have

To avoid unwanted interactions, let your healthcare provider know about all medicines you may be taking. Prandin should not be used with pioglitazone (Actos), gemfibrozil, or NPH insulin. The following may also interact with Prandin:

medicines that raise blood sugar including isoniazid, diuretics, steroid medicines, phenothiazines, thyroid treatments, hormonal pills (including contraceptives), seizure medications, dieting pills, and drugs for treating breathing conditions or allergies.
drugs that lower blood sugar levels such as probenecid, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), blood thinners, anti-inflammatory medicines, MOA inhibitors (monoamine oxidase inhibitor), antibacterial sulfonamides medicines, or any other medicines used for treating diabetes
medicines for preventing transplant rejection
drugs given after blood transfusion treatments to decrease iron levels
St. John's wort
antibiotics and anti-fungals
narcotics
drugs for treating heart disorders or blood pressure irregularities
HIV or AIDS treatments

Alcohol may interact with Prandin and should be avoided for treatment to be effective.

Prandin Treatment and Use

Prandin | Repaglinide is a blood glucose-lowering (meglitinide) medicine marketed by Novo Nordisk for treating type 2 diabetes. Prandin may be use alone or along with other drugs such as metformin for reducing the risk of the following:

kidney failure
heart disease
damage to the nervous system
diabetes related impotence

Prandin is prescribed to patients who cannot lower their blood pressure through diet and exercise alone.

How Does Prandin Work?

Prandin works by assisting the pancreas in the process of creating more insulin after meals. By increasing insulin levels, blood sugar levels in the body are safely reduced and balanced.

Prandin Dosage Information

Prandin comes in tablet form to be taken orally. Swallow Prandin whole with a full glass of water. Prandin should be taken 30 minutes or less before a meal. Be sure to use Prandin any time you will be eating a meal. Prandin should not be taken without a meal. Use the dosage amount prescribed to you by your doctor. Follow all directions given by your healthcare provider regarding diet guidelines and exercise.

Your blood sugar levels should be checked on a regular basis while taking Prandin.

Other Names for Prandin

Brand name:

Prandin

Generic name:

repaglinide