Endocrine Drugs and Medications Q 13

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A nurse is providing instruction to a client who is prescribed with repaglinide (Prandin). All of which is true regarding this medication, except?

  

     A. Do not skip the dose when a meal is not taken

     B. Dizziness may occur while taking it

     C. Has quicker and shorter duration of action

     D. Used to treat type II diabetes mellitus

    

    

Correct Answer: A. Do not skip the dose when a meal is not taken

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Repaglinide (Prandin) is a meglitinide type of antidiabetic that has a quick onset of action which allows a client to take the medication with meals and skip a dose when a meal is skipped.

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Options B, C, & D: Repaglinide is an oral antihyperglycemic agent used for the management of type II diabetes. It has a fast onset and duration of action making it a good medication for treating postprandial blood glucose spikes. Since the medication causes changes in the blood sugar, a client may experience signs of hypoglycemia such as dizziness or lightheadedness.

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