? Repaglinide 2mg Tablets

? What is Repaglinide Used For?

Repaglinide is an oral antidiabetic medication that helps the pancreas produce more insulin, thus lowering blood sugar (glucose) levels.

? Do Not Take Repaglinide If

• You are allergic to Repaglinide or any of its ingredients.
• You have Type 1 diabetes.
• You are experiencing diabetic ketoacidosis (high acidity in the body).
• You have severe liver disease.
• You are taking Gemfibrozil (a drug used to lower high blood fats).

⚠️ Warnings and Precautions

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Repaglinide if you:

• Have liver problems. Repaglinide is not recommended for people with moderate liver disease.
• Have kidney problems. Repaglinide should be used with caution.
• Are about to undergo major surgery or have recently had a serious illness.
• Are under 18 years old or over 75 years old. Repaglinide is not recommended in these age groups.

⚠️ Possible Side Effects

• Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Symptoms can be mild to moderate, but in some cases, it may progress to loss of consciousness or coma.
• Allergic reactions including swelling, difficulty breathing, rapid heartbeat, dizziness, and sweating. Contact your doctor immediately if this occurs.
• Other side effects include:
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Acute coronary syndrome (may not be caused by the medication).

? Other Medications and Repaglinide

Do not take Gemfibrozil with Repaglinide.
Your body’s response to Repaglinide may change if you take other medications, especially:

• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI), Beta-blockers, Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, Salicylates (e.g., aspirin), Octreotide, NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), Steroids, Oral contraceptives, Thiazides, Danazol, Thyroid medications, Sympathomimetics, Antibiotics (e.g., clarithromycin, trimethoprim, rifampicin), Antifungal medications (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole), Cyclosporine, Deferasirox, Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, St. John’s Wort, Clopidogrel.

? How to Take Repaglinide

• Always take this medication exactly as your doctor has instructed.
• The typical starting dose is 0.5 mg before each main meal.
• Swallow the tablets with a glass of water immediately before or up to 30 minutes before each main meal.
• Your doctor may adjust your dose to 4 mg, taken immediately before or up to 30 minutes before each meal.
• The recommended maximum daily dose is 16 mg.
• Do not take more Repaglinide than prescribed by your doctor.

? How to Store Repaglinide

• Keep this medication out of the sight and reach of children.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiration date shown on the outer carton and tablet blister pack.
• No special storage conditions required for this product.