Repaglinide (Prandin) side effects
The most commonly reported side effect of Repaglinide is hypoglycemia. If a patient becomes hypoglycemic during therapy, aggressive treatment with oral glucose and subsequent monitoring by a clinician is recommended.
This medication is generally well-tolerated. The most common secondary side effects are gastrointestinal. There was a small but clinically significant increase in serious cardiovascular events for those taking Prandin relative to control patients.
Although it is rare you may experience negative effects as a result of using this medication.
Common side effects include the following:
- Blurred vision
- Dizziness
- Runny nose
- Joint pain
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Back pain
Repaglinide may also lead to serious side effects. In case you experience any of the following negative effects, you should call your doctor immediately.
Serious side effects include:
- Seizure
- Sore throat
- Red skin rash
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fever
- Confusion
- Weakness
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