Nateglinide is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

Nateglinide is an anti-diabetic medication. It increases the amount of insulin released by the pancreas which prevents blood glucose from rising very high after meals.

Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level), Abdominal pain, Diarrhoea

• Nateglinide results in fast and effective control of high blood sugar following meals.
• For best results, take Nateglinide 15 to 30 minutes before a meal.
• If you miss a meal, skip your dose to avoid hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level).
• You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Nateglinide
• Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) is a common side-effect; learn how to identify and manage its symptoms (sweating, rapid heartbeat, weakness, blurry vision, headache) and teach your family as well.

Ques. Q. Does Nateglinide cause weight gain?
Weight gain may occur with Nateglinide therapy. If this effect persists or worsens, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly

Ques. Q. Does Nateglinide contain metformin?
Nateglinide does not contain metformin

Ques. Q. How does Nateglinide work?
Nateglinide belongs to a class of drugs called meglitinides. Nateglinide helps your body to regulate the amount of glucose in your blood by stimulating the pancreas to release insulin.