Description
Active Ingredient
Nateglinide acts as the main active ingredient in the medication. This component has a hypoglycemic activity. This medicine binds with a higher affinity to the SUR1 subunit and with a faster onset of action and a shorter duration of action. It is metabolized by the cytochrome P450 isoenzyme CYP2C9, and, to a lesser extent, by CYP3A4. This mentioned active factor is an oral hypoglycemic agent and amino acid derivative, which stimulates insulin secretion from the pancreas and is used in the therapy of type 2 diabetes.
Indications
This mentioned medication is indicated to control high blood sugar along with a proper diet and exercise program. Starlix is approved for people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar prevents kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. The control of diabetes, it lowers the risk of a heart attack or stroke. It stimulates the body to produce more insulin. Insulin is a natural substance, which allows the body to properly use sugar from the diet.
Action Mechanism
Given medicine makes the pancreas release more insulin, but only if the blood sugar levels are too high. The doctor may call this type of drug a meglitinide. It may induce Low blood sugar or stomach upset.
Dosages
This medication is effective for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Starlix is available in dosages as mentioned below:
- 60 mg: Consume this pill 1-30 minutes before each main meal, mainly 3 times a day, or as directed by the doctor.
- 120 mg: It is to be taken 3 times a day, 30 minutes before the main meal as prescribed by the doctor.
Note
This medicine should not be used in people with diabetic ketoacidosis.
FAQ’s
What is Starlix?
Starlix is an oral diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medicine helps the body respond better to insulin produced by the pancreas.
What is Starlix used for?
Starlix is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This medicine is not for treating type 1 diabetes.
What should be told to the doctor before taking Starlix?
Before taking this medicine if already been treated with diabetic ketoacidosis, liver disease; or gout.
How should Starlix be taken?
Take Starlix exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Starlix is usually taken 3 times daily, within 1 to 30 minutes before a meal. If skipped a meal, do not take the dose of Starlix. Wait until the next meal.
How to discard Starlix?
Starlix should be discarded safely. Follow the instructions on the strip for disposal. Do not flush down the medicine unless mentioned to do so.
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