Dosage form: tablet
Drug class:Meglitinides
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 22, 2021.
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Indications and Usage for Repaglinide Tablets
Repaglinide Tablets are indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Limitation of Use:
Repaglinide Tablets should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus or for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis.
Repaglinide Tablets Dosage and Administration
Recommended Dosage and Administration
The recommended starting dose for patients whose HbA 1c is less than 8% is 0.5 mg orally before each meal. For patients whose HbA 1c is 8% or greater the starting dose is 1 mg or 2 mg orally before each meal.
The recommended dose range is 0.5 mg to 4 mg before meals, with a ma...
