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Repaglinide: uses, side effects & brands
Repaglinide is a fast, short-acting sugar-lowering tablet taken with meals. It belongs to the Oral diabetes medicine (extra) group. More tablets that control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes by different routes.
Drug type — dosing is set by your doctor
| Measure | Range |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Oral diabetes medicine (extra) |
| Type | Prescription |
| Dose | Individual — ask your doctor or pharmacist |
What it is used for
- Type 2 diabetes, lowering sugar after meals
- Used with metformin when one medicine is not enough
- Useful for people with irregular meal times
Common brand names
- India: Eurepa, Rapilin
- Worldwide: Prandin, NovoNorm
Common side effects
- Low blood sugar
- Stomach pain or diarrhoea
- Weight gain
Before taking it — precautions
- It is taken only with meals: if you skip a meal, skip that dose
- Must not be taken with gemfibrozil; tell your doctor about clopidogrel and other medicines
- Tell your doctor about liver disease
When to see a doctor urgently
- Sweating, shaking, confusion or fainting from low sugar (urgent if severe)
- Swelling of face or throat, or difficulty breathing (urgent)
- Yellow skin or eyes, or dark urine
Not a prescription — no dose shown. The right dose of repaglinide depends on age, weight, kidney/liver function and the condition, so MedDroid does not show a dose here. Always get your dose from a doctor or pharmacist and the leaflet inside the pack. General educational information only.
Frequently asked questions
What if I miss a meal?
Skip the dose for that meal to avoid low sugar.
How is it different from glimepiride?
Unlike glimepiride, it acts quickly and briefly around meals, which suits irregular eating patterns.
What should I do if my sugar drops?
Take glucose, sugar or a sweet drink, then a snack, and tell your doctor about repeated lows.
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Sources & further reading
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- MedlinePlus — U.S. National Library of Medicine
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, India
- Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Reviewed by Dr. Sanjay Anbu, MBBS. MedDroid is an AI medical assistant and can make mistakes. It provides general health information, not a diagnosis or medical advice — always consult a qualified clinician. In an emergency, contact your local emergency number immediately.