Meglitinides Flashcards
1
Q
MoA
A
Stimulates insulin secretion
2
Q
Examples
A
Nateglinide
Rapeglinide
3
Q
Side effect - general
A
Hypersensitivity - rashes, urticaria, pruritus
4
Q
Side effect - Nateglinide
A
Abdominal pain
Constipation
Diarrhoea
N + V
5
Q
Repaglinide
A
Visual disturbances
6
Q
Driving
A
Particular care to avoid hypoglycaemia
7
Q
How to take
A
Take 30 minutes before main meal.
Rapid onset and short duration of action