Nateglinide is generally used in treatment of the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
Side effects
Abdominal pain
Diarrhoea
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level)
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Nateglinide, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Nateglinide is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Nateglinide is an anti-diabetic drug. It increases the amount of insulin released by the pancreas which prevents blood glucose from rising very high after meals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Does Nateglinide cause weight gain? Weight gain may occur with Nateglinide therapy. If this effect persists or worsens, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly
Q. Does Nateglinide contain metformin? Nateglinide does not contain metformin
Q. How does Nateglinide work? Nateglinide belongs to a class of drugs called meglitinides. Nateglinide helps your body to regulate the amount of glucose in your blood by stimulating the pancreas to release insulin.
Expert Advice
Nateglinide results in fast and effective control of high blood sugar following meals.For best results, take Nateglinide 15 to 30 minutes before a meal.If you miss a meal, skip your dose to avoid hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level).You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with NateglinideHypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) is a common side-effect; learn how to identify and manage its symptoms (sweating, rapid heartbeat, weakness, blurry vision, headache) and teach your family as well.
Product Details
SKU: PC-19016 Product Description: Glinate 60 mg Tablet is manufactured by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.