Anhydrous Crystalline Maltose - Prandin (Repaglinide) Interaction

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Repaglinide is classified as belonging to the following category: Antidiabetes Drugs

Maltose, a disaccharide composed of two glucose molecules, has the potential to affect blood sugar levels similarly to table sugar (sucrose). While maltose itself does not necessarily interact directly with antidiabetic drugs, its digestion into glucose can lead to elevated blood sugar levels, which may impact the effectiveness of antidiabetic medications. In terms of effects on blood sugar, maltose may lead to a more rapid increase in blood sugar levels compared to sucrose, as it is directly converted into glucose. Individuals with diabetes should monitor their blood sugar levels closely when consuming foods or beverages containing maltose to maintain proper glucose control.

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Likelihood of Occurrence

Interaction has not been documented in well-controlled studies, however, the interaction has been demonstrated in some small human studies or in controlled animal studies in conjunction with multiple case reports.

Repaglinide Overview

• Repaglinide is used to treat type 2 diabetes (condition in which the body does not use insulin normally and, therefore, cannot control the amount of sugar in the blood). Repaglinide helps your body regulate the amount of glucose (sugar) in your blood. It decreases the amount of glucose by stimulating the pancreas to release insulin.

• Over time, people who have diabetes and high blood sugar can develop serious or life-threatening complications, including heart disease, stroke, kidney problems, nerve damage, and eye problems.Taking medication(s), making lifestyle changes (e.g., diet, exercise, quitting smoking), and regularly checking your blood sugar may help to manage your diabetes and improve your health. This therapy may also decrease your chances of having a heart attack, stroke, or other diabetes-related complications such as kidney failure, nerve damage (numb, cold legs or feet; decreased sexual ability in men and women), eye problems, including changes or loss of vision, or gum disease. Your doctor and other healthcare providers will talk to you about the best way to manage your diabetes.

• This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Anhydrous Crystalline Maltose - More Interactions

Anhydrous Crystalline Maltose interacts with 84 drugs

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