Meglitinides Flashcards

1
Q

MoA

A

Stimulates insulin secretion

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2
Q

Examples

A

Nateglinide
Rapeglinide

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3
Q

Side effect - general

A

Hypersensitivity - rashes, urticaria, pruritus

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4
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Side effect - Nateglinide

A

Abdominal pain
Constipation
Diarrhoea
N + V

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5
Q

Repaglinide

A

Visual disturbances

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6
Q

Driving

A

Particular care to avoid hypoglycaemia

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7
Q

How to take

A

Take 30 minutes before main meal.
Rapid onset and short duration of action

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