meglitinides
indications
names
side effects
storage conditions
contraindications
mechanism of action
route of administration
repaglinide
nateglinide
enhances insulin secretion
should be taken shortly after meals
used to control high blood sugar
hypoglacemia
increase risk in patients with renal failure
weight gain
hepatotoxicity
severe liver failure
severe renal failure
it is used in patients with type 2 diabetes
helps prevent kidney damage and blindness
usually 2 times a day
orally
take it before meals
dizziness
joint pain
keep away from children
store at room temperature
keep away from sunlight