Singlin0.5mg
Rx- Generic:
- Repaglinide
- Company:
- Renata Limited
- Dosage form:
- Tablet
- Pack size:
- Strip (10 Tablet)
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Pack: ৳ 20
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At a glance
Repaglinide is a meglitinide analog used as an adjunct to diet and exercise to lower blood glucose in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It stimulates insulin release from pancreatic beta-cells with rapid onset and rapid elimination.
Indications
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus (not controlled by diet and exercise alone)
- In combination with metformin (when not controlled by either agent alone)
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- No prior treatment or HbA1c <8%: 0.5 mg before each meal
- Prior treatment or HbA1c >8%: 1-2 mg before each meal
- Take immediately or up to 30 minutes before each meal
- Adjust dose at 1-2 week intervals; single dose max 4 mg; max 16 mg/day
- Hepatic impairment: May require longer intervals between adjustments
- Renal impairment (CrCl 20-40): 0.5 mg with meals; titrate slowly
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Joint pain
- Dizziness
- Back pain
Precautions & warnings
- May affect driving ability (hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia)
- Risk of hypoglycemia: delayed/missed meals, alcohol, other antidiabetic medications
- Carry sugar or fruit juice
- Caution in liver and kidney disease
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.