Repaglinide and Metformin Medication Information

Get detailed information on Repaglinide and Metformin, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Repaglinide and Metformin provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

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Generic Name : Repaglinide and Metformin

Pronunciation : re-PAG-li-nide- met-FOR-min

ICD Code : Y42.3 Therapeutic Classification : Antidiabetics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Repaglinide and Metformin

International :

PrandiMet

Why is Repaglinide and Metformin Prescribed? (Indications)

This combination medication contains meglitinide and biguanide, prescribed for type 2 diabetes. It works by decreasing glucose production in the liver and by increasing insulin secretion.

When should Repaglinide and Metformin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with kidney impairment, diabetic ketoacidosis, who are taking gemfibrozil.

What is the dosage of Repaglinide and Metformin?

PO- The recommended maximum daily dose is 10mg repaglinide/2500mg metformin HCl in divided doses.

How should Repaglinide and Metformin be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, within 15 minutes prior to the meal.

What are the warnings and precautions for Repaglinide and Metformin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart problems, lung or breathing problems, thyroid problems, stomach problems, adrenal or pituitary problems, infection, alcoholism, recent injury, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

• Monitor kidney function, fasting blood glucose, hemoglobin A1c, and blood counts regularly while taking this medication.

• It should not be used in children.