Uses
Glyset is used to treat type 2 diabetes in adults. It is used in combination with diet and exercise to improve glycemic control. Glyset is not intended for use in children or pregnant women.
Advantages
Glyset has several advantages over other diabetes medications. It is an oral medication, so it is easy to take. It is also more effective at controlling blood sugar levels than some other medications. Glyset also has fewer side effects than some other diabetes medications.
History
Glyset was first approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 1997. It is a combination of two drugs, metformin and repaglinide. Metformin is an oral antidiabetic medication that helps control blood sugar levels. Repaglinide is an oral antidiabetic medication that helps the body produce more insulin.
Active Ingredients and Synonyms
Glyset contains two active ingredients, metformin and repaglinide. Metformin is also known by the brand names Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, and Fortamet. Repaglinide is also known by the brand names Prandin and Rapilin. Glyset is also known by the brand names PrandiMet and Rapamet.
Glyset is a safe and effective medication for controlling blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. It is an oral medication, so it is easy to take. It is more effective than some other diabetes medications and has fewer side effects. Glyset was first approved by the FDA in 1997 and contains two active ingredients, metformin and repaglinide.