Medicines based on Nateglinide
Nateglinide Information
Nateglinide is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Nateglinide depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Nateglinide Benefits & Uses
Nateglinide is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Diabetes Type 2
Nateglinide Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Nateglinide Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nateglinide is used -
Moderate
- Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
Mild
- Diarrhoea
- Weight gain
- Convulsion
- Blurred vision
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
- Skin irritation
- Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Common
- पेट दर्द
Nateglinide Related Warnings
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Is the use of Nateglinide safe for pregnant women?
Nateglinide has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Nateglinide without medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Nateglinide safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Nateglinide. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
Severe -
What is the effect of Nateglinide on the Kidneys?
Nateglinide rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Nateglinide on the Liver?
Effects of Nateglinide on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Nateglinide on the Heart?
Nateglinide can cause side effects that could harm the heart. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
Severe
Severe Interaction of Nateglinide with Other Drugs
Nateglinide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
Nateglinide Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nateglinide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Diabetes Type 1
- Heart Disease
- Liver Disease
- Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
- High Blood Pressure
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Nateglinide
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Is this Nateglinide habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Nateglinide has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Nateglinide since it does not cause drowsiness.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Nateglinide only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Nateglinide for mental disorders.
No
Nateglinide Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Nateglinide
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Nateglinide with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Nateglinide
Consumption of alcohol and Nateglinide together may have severe effects on your health.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 273
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Starlix® (nateglinide)