Prandin Alternatives: An Overview
Prandin® (
repaglinide) is a prescription medication used for the treatment of
type 2 diabetes. The drug is generally effective in
treating diabetes, and most people tolerate it well. However, as with all medicines, side effects can occur, or the medicine may not completely control
diabetes. In these cases, Prandin alternatives are available.
Some of these alternatives include:
Prandin Alternatives: Oral Diabetes Medicines
Fortunately, many different types of oral diabetes drugs are available to treat type 2 diabetes, including:
- Meglitinides
- Biguanides
- Sulfonylureas
- Thiazolidinediones
- Alpha glucosidase inhibitors
- Dipeptidyl peptidase inhibitors
- Ergot alkaloids
- Combination medications.
Meglitinides
Meglitinides are similar to sulfonylureas, in that they force the
pancreas to make more insulin. However, they are short-acting and are less likely to cause dangerously low blood sugar. They are usually taken before every meal. In addition to Prandin, one other meglitinide --
nateglinide (
Starlix®) -- is available.
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