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Compare Starlix vs. Glyset

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  • Nateglinide
    Miglitol
  • Nateglinide
    Miglitol

  • Summary of Starlix vs. Glyset

    Summary for Meglitinide
    Prescription only

    Nateglinide is an add-on medication to diet and exercise to control blood sugar in people with Type 2 diabetes. This medication comes as a tablet that's taken by mouth. It must be taken three times a day, which might be inconvenient for some people.

    Summary for Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor
    Prescription only

    Miglitol is a medication that's used together with diet and exercise to help control blood sugar in adults with Type 2 diabetes. This medication is taken by mouth, typically 3 times a day with the first few bites of each meal. Miglitol isn't as commonly used as other diabetes medications since it can lead to some unpleasant side effects like gas and diarrhea. But it's less likely to cause hypoglycemia when used on its own. It's only available as the generic name miglitol since the brand name Glyset is no longer available.

  • Indications of Starlix vs. Glyset

    Indications for
    •Type 2 diabetes
    Indications for
    •Type 2 diabetes in adults

  • Pros and Cons of Starlix vs. Glyset

    Pros and Const for Meglitinide
    Pros
    •Helps release insulin into the body within 20 minutes of taking
    •Lowers A1C levels by around 0.75%
    •Good option if you can't take metformin because of side effects or poor kidney function
    •Lower-cost generic available
    Cons
    •Need to take 1 to 30 minutes before each meal
    •Must take 3 times a day, which can be inconvenient
    •Might be more likely to cause weight gain than other diabetes medications
    •Not for people with Type 1 diabetes
    Pros and Const for Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor
    Pros
    •Not likely to cause weight gain, instead it might cause weight loss
    •Helps control blood sugar levels after each meal
    •Low risk of low blood sugar when used alone
    •Can be used with other diabetes medications
    Cons
    •Must be taken multiple times a day
    •Side effects include diarrhea, gas, and stomach pain
    •Not recommended for people with severe kidney problems
    •Typically not considered a first-choice treatment option

  • Common Side Effects of Starlix vs. Glyset

    Common Side Effects for
    •Upper respiratory tract infection (11%)
    •Back pain (4%)
    •Flu symptoms (4%)
    •Dizziness (4%)
    •Joint problems (3%)
    •Diarrhea (3%)
    •Accidental trauma (3%)
    •Bronchitis (3%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Passing gas (42%)
    •Diarrhea (29%)
    •Stomach pain (12%)

  • Warnings of Starlix vs. Glyset

    Common Side Effects for
    •Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Low blood sugar when taken together with other diabetes medications
    •Kidney problems causing medication buildup
    •Losing control of blood sugar

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