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Regan 1 mg Tablet

Manufactured byRanbaxy Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsRepaglinide
Description
Regan 1 mg Tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine used in the treatment of type 2 Diabetes mellitus. A condition in which your blood sugar levels are high because your body doesn't properly use insulin. This medicine helps in controlling blood sugar levels and prevents complications of diabetes such as blindness, kidney damage, stroke (reduced blood supply to your brain), and heart attack. Regan 1 mg Tablet helps in the production of insulin (a hormone that regulates sugar levels in your blood), which reduces the excess blood sugar levels in your body. Regan 1 mg Tablet shows side effects like indigestion and upset stomach. This medicine can occasionally cause low blood sugar levels, the signs being sweating, dizziness, and shivering. To avoid these side effects, eat your meals on time and carry a sugar source (sweets or fruit juice) for immediate relief. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it. Alcohol should be avoided while using this medicine as it can lower your blood sugar levels too. Regan 1 mg Tablet is recommended to be taken with food to avoid any stomach discomfort. Take Regan 1 mg Tablet as per the prescription. For the ease of remembering, take this tablet around the same time every day, preferably at the time you take breakfast. Do not stop taking this medicine unless advised by your doctor, even if your sugar levels are normal. Regan 1 mg Tablet should not be taken if you have Type I insulin-dependent Diabetes (a condition where your body is unable to produce insulin, hence you have to take insulin injections), diabetic ketoacidosis (high amounts of acid in your blood), or severe kidney or liver problems. Inform your doctor about any history of heart problems before taking this medication. If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Regan 1 mg Tablet

  • Anxiety
  • Blurred vision
  • Chills
  • Confusion
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Increased hunger
  • Bladder pain
  • Lower back or side pain
  • Bloody or cloudy urine

Uses of Regan 1 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Type II Diabetes Mellitus
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Regan 1 mg Tablet can be observed within 15 to 60 minutes of administration of the dose.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Regan 1 mg Tablet lasts for an average duration of four to six hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    You should avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol while you are on treatment with Regan 1 mg Tablet. Consumption of alcohol may increase the risk of side effects such as confusion, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, weakness, and fainting.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendencies were reported for Regan 1 mg Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Regan 1 mg Tablet is usually not advised during pregnancy because it might have significant side effects on your foetus. However, if you are pregnant your doctor may prescribe alternative medicine with the same medicinal effect.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Avoid taking Regan 1 mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding. There is no sufficient information available to know whether this medicine can pass into your breast milk. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative with the same medicinal effect based on your clinical condition.

Allergy

Do not take Regan 1 mg Tablet if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you experience any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rashes, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness or breathing difficulty etc.

Diabetic ketoacidosis

Diabetic ketoacidosis is a complication of diabetes characterized by the overproduction of ketones (blood acids) in your body. Do not take Regan 1 mg Tablet if you have diabetic ketoacidosis as it can progress to lactic acidosis (increased level of lactic acid in your blood) which is a major health concern.

Type I Diabetes mellitus

Type 1 diabetes, also known as juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is a condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin. Symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination, hunger, fatigue, and blurred vision. Regan 1 mg Tablet may not be effective in controlling your blood sugar level if you have type 1 Diabetes mellitus or insulin-dependent Diabetes mellitus. Insulin injections are required to treat this condition.

Coadministration of Gemfibrozil

Gemfibrozil is a medicine used to lower increased fat levels in your blood. Regan 1 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you are taking gemfibrozil due to the increased risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels).
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Regan 1 mg Tablet is usually not advised during pregnancy because it might have significant side effects on your foetus. However, if you are pregnant your doctor may prescribe alternative medicine with the same medicinal effect.

Breast-feeding

Avoid taking Regan 1 mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding. There is no sufficient information available to know whether this medicine can pass into your breast milk. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative with the same medicinal effect based on your clinical condition.
General warnings

Use in children

Regan 1 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Hypoglycemia

Hypoglycemia is a condition with decreased blood sugar levels. If you are prone to having low blood sugar level episodes, Regan 1 mg Tablet should be taken with caution. Inform your doctor about this condition. They will suggest tests to monitor your blood sugar level regularly.

Driving or operating machines

Regan 1 mg Tablet may occasionally reduce your blood sugar levels, which may impair your concentration and your ability to perform activities like driving vehicles and operating machines.

Missed Dose

If you missed a dose of Regan 1 mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next, skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose of Regan 1 mg Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

You should avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol while you are on treatment with Regan 1 mg Tablet. Consumption of alcohol may increase the risk of side effects such as confusion, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, weakness, and fainting.
Interaction with Medicine

Clopidogrel

Aspirin

Cyclosporine

Gemfibrozil

Gatifloxacin

Benazepril

Disease interactions

Heart Disease

If you have problems with the heart and blood vessels, use Regan 1 mg Tablet with caution as it can increase the risk of heart failure.

Renal Dysfunction

Regan 1 mg Tablet should be taken with caution if you have any kidney troubles. This medicine is excreted through urine and taking this medicine while you have pre-existing kidney problems can worsen the condition of your kidney.

Liver impairment

Regan 1 mg Tablet is absorbed in the liver and excreted through urine. If you have any liver problems, use this medicine with extreme caution as it may lead to accumulation and toxicity.
Food interactions
Avoid or limit the consumption of grapefruit juice during treatment with Regan 1 mg Tablet. Grapefruit juice may increase the blood levels of this medicine and lead to severe side effects.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Regan 1 mg Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Your doctor may change the dose over time based on the therapeutic response and your clinical condition. You should monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Always carry a sugar candy with you to counteract unexpected lowering of blood sugar levels. Maintain a strict exercise and diet regimen for better results.
Miscelleneous

To be taken before food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Regan 1 mg Tablet works by increasing the release of insulin from your pancreas (a part of your digestive system that produces insulin and other vital enzymes). Thus it lowers your blood sugar levels.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Meglitinides

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 17 Jan 2022

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