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Glinides

Glinides are used to lower blood sugar levels to treat diabetes type 2 by releasing more insulin into the blood stream.

Why are glinides prescribed?

  1. Diabetes Type 2 (100%)

Key takeaways

Glinides (also called meglitinides) are used to treat Type 2 diabetes. They work by stimulating your pancreas to release more insulin, which helps lower your blood sugar. These medications are available as oral tablets. Examples include repaglinide and nateglinide. You can discuss with your healthcare team which option might be right for you.

Prices for popular Glinides medications
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repaglinide

as low as$22
REPAGLINIDE treats type 2 diabetes. It works by increasing insulin levels in your body, which decreases your blood sugar (glucose). Changes to diet and exercise are often combined with this medication.
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nateglinide

as low as$31
NATEGLINIDE treats type 2 diabetes. It works by increasing insulin levels in your body, which decreases your blood sugar (glucose). Changes to diet and exercise are often combined with this medication.
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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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