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Repacare 0.5mg Tablet is a product of Repens Healthcare India Pvt Ltd
Composition: Repaglinide (0.5mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Repacare 0.5mg Tablet

Description:

Repacare 0.5mg Tablet is used to lower blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is usually prescribed along with other diabetes medicines to achieve adequate blood sugar control. It also prevents serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness.

Repacare 0.5mg Tablet is normally prescribed when diet and exercise alone or other medicines have not been enough to control your blood sugar level. It works best when taken before meals. The dose will depend on your condition, and blood sugar levels, but you should take it as advised by your doctor.

Take Repacare 0.5mg Tablet regularly, at the same time each day, to get the most benefit and you should not stop unless your doctor recommends it. It is controlling your blood sugar levels and helping to prevent serious complications in the future. It is important to stay on the diet and exercise program recommended by your doctor while taking this medicine. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.

The most common side effects of this medicine is hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). You can carry sugar or glucose candy to control low blood sugar levels. Other common side effects that may be seen while taking this medicine include abdominal pain, inflammation of sinus, joint pain, back pain, nausea, and diarrhea. Contact your doctor if the side effects worry you or if they do not go away.

Earlier taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have ever had kidney disease, heart or pancreas problems, or if you drink a lot of alcohol. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Some other medicines you are taking may interfere with it so make sure your doctor knows about all the other medicines you are taking. Limit your alcohol intake while taking this medicine because it can increase your risk of developing low blood sugar levels. You may need regular tests such as kidney function and blood glucose levels to check that the medicine is working properly.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Repacare 0.5mg Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Repacare

  • Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Sinus inflammation
  • Posterior pain
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Headache
  • Diarrhea
  • Joint pain

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Repacare 0.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
$med_name is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Repacare 0.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CAUTION
Repacare 0.5mg Tablet may affect your driving ability if your blood sugar becomes too low or too high. Monitor your blood glucose and avoid driving if affected.
Kidney
CAUTION
Repacare 0.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Repacare 0.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Employ of Repacare 0.5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

FAQs:

How long does Repacare 0.5mg Tablet take to start working?

Repacare 0.5mg Tablet starts working 30 minutes after it has been taken. After you take Repacare 0.5mg Tablet, the insulin levels increase causing a decrease in the blood sugar levels. The effect usually lasts for 4 hours.

Can I take alcohol while I am taking Repacare 0.5mg Tablet?

No, you should avoid alcohol while taking Repacare 0.5mg Tablet since alcohol interferes with the working of Repacare 0.5mg Tablet. You may experience signs and symptoms of low blood sugar levels which include weakness, shakiness, cold sweat, cool pale skin, rapid heartbeat, tremors, extreme hunger, dizziness, headache, and anxiety.

Can Repacare 0.5mg Tablet be taken with other antidiabetic drugs?

Affirmative, it can be taken with other antidiabetic drugs but according to your doctor’s advice. But since all these drugs lower blood sugar levels, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended.

Can I continue to breastfeed while taking Repacare 0.5mg Tablet?

No, you should not breastfeed your baby because if Repacare 0.5mg Tablet passes in breast milk, your baby may experience low blood sugar levels which is harmful to your baby. Ask your doctor for advice.

Do I need to stop clopidogrel if I am taking Repacare 0.5mg Tablet?

You should inform your doctor and take his advice. If you cannot avoid using clopidogrel with Repacare 0.5mg Tablet, take 0.5 mg Repacare 0.5mg Tablet before each meal. The total daily dose should not be more than 4 mg. Monitor your blood sugar levels more frequently.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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