Starlix (Nateglinide) is a prescription medication used to treat adults with type 2 diabetes caused by age, family history, inactivity, or obesity. The active ingredient in Starlix is Nateglinide. Nateglinide belongs to the class of medications called meglitinides. It works by stimulating the pancreas to release insulin for a short period of time, like 4 to 5 hours, to cover mealtimes. Nateglinide controls high blood sugar, preventing blindness, kidney damage, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. The drug reduces the risk of stroke or heart attack. Nateglinide is not used to treat type 1 diabetes. This medicine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar. Starlix may be used alone or with other medication.
Manufacturer Information
We currently offer the brand Starlix from Turkey manufactured by Novartis in the strength of 120 mg tablets. The generic Nateglinide is available in the strength of 60 mg and 120 mg tablets and comes from India also called Glinate by Glenmark.
Get medical help immediately if you have any of these signs or an allergic reaction while taking Starlix. The most common side effects of Starlix may include:
• Dizziness;
• Hunger;
• Increased heartbeat;
• Nausea;
• Shaking;
• Sweating;
• Tiredness;
• Weakness
Contact your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects, including:
• Blurred vision;
• Breathing difficulties;
• Extreme thirst and hunger;
• Frequent urination;
• Itching;
• Severe dizziness;
• Skin rash
These are not all of the side effects of Nateglinide. Always contact your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
You should not take Starlix if you are allergic to Nateglinide or any ingredient in Starlix. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you:
• Are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed;
• Are due for an operation;
• Are pregnant or plan to become pregnant;
• Experience symptoms of hyperglycemia;
• Experience symptoms of hypoglycemia;
• Have diabetic ketoacidosis;
• Have gout;
• Have liver disease;
• Have severe kidney problems;
• Have type 1 diabetes
Tell your doctor about all the medications you take, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be drug interactions between Starlix and other medicines, including NSAIDs, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, diuretics, cortisone, fluconazole, and somatropin. It is unknown if Starlix is safe for use in children and adolescents under 18 years. Tell your doctor immediately if you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant. Pregnancy may cause diabetes. It is unknown if Starlix passes into breast milk. Do not breastfeed during the treatment. Do not drink alcohol when using Nateglinide. Alcohol may affect blood sugar levels. Avoid driving or operating machines. Starlix may affect your ability to concentrate. Use Nateglinide precisely as your doctor prescribes. In case of an overdose, talk to your doctor immediately. Keep Starlix and other medications out of sight and reach of children. Do not use this medication after the expiry date. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Do not store Nateglinide above 300C (860F).
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