Drug Uses
 

Prandin is meglitinide antidiabetic that is used in the treatment of Type II (non-insulin-dependent) diabetes for patients who cannot control it with diet and exercise alone.

How it is taken

Prandin must be taken by mouth 15 minutes after each meal. If you have skipped a meal, then taking a dose for that meal is not required. Similarly, if you are having an additional meal then have an extra dose for that meal.

Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Prandin then you may take it as soon as you remember and adjust the remaining doses accordingly. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose then you may skip this dose and continue with the regular dosage. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Some of the typical symptoms of a Prandin Overdose are confusion, dizziness, fatigue, loss of consciousness, nausea, personality changes, seizure, shakiness. Seek medical attention immediately if you suspect an overdose.
 

Warnings/Precautions
Discuss with your doctor about any prior medical condition that you may have including allergies to medicines, food or other substances, if you have a history of acidosis, kidney disease, or liver disease.

You must not take if you are allergic to any ingredient in it or if you have type 1 diabetes (insulin–dependent diabetes) or have elevated ketone levels due to diabetes or you are also taking gemfibrozil.

If you are pregnant or suspect that you are, then stop using Prandin and contact your doctor immediately.

It is unknown whether Prandin is secreted in breast milk. Avoid breast feeding while using the drug.

Certain drugs can interact with Prandin and hence, mention clearly to your doctor or pharmacist all medicines, dietary supplements and herbal prescriptions that you are taking.

Prandin may lower your blood sugar level and may make you feel symptoms like increased heartbeat, headache, chills, sweating, tremor, and increased hunger, changes in vision, nervousness, weakness, dizziness, drowsiness, or fainting. Contact your doctor immediately if these symptoms occur. To prevent low sugar, eat meals on a regular schedule and do not skip meals.

Ensure that you inform your doctor and your dentist about Prandin before receiving any form of medical treatment or dental treatment or emergency surgery.

Periodic lab tests such as liver and kidney function tests, fasting blood sugar, glycosylated hemoglobin, or complete blood cell counts may be recommended to monitor your health while taking the drug. Ensure that you do not miss any lab tests.
 

Possible Side Effects
Some of the common side effects of are changes in vision, diarrhea, headache, increased heartbeat, increased hunger, joint or back pain, nasal or chest congestion, nervousness, sinus inflammation, sweating, tiredness, tremor. Please contact your doctor if the symptoms persist or become bothersome.

Other severe side effects include allergic reactions (rash, hives, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue), chest pain.

You must seek medical attention immediately if any of these side effects occur.