Starlix is an oral drug used to lower blood sugar (glucose) levels in type 2 diabetes. It is in a class of drugs called meglitinides which also includes repaglinide (Prandin). Approximately 90% of patients with diabetes have type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes usually occurs in adults and is associated with obesity and a strong family history of diabetes. Insulin is an important hormone that controls the blood level of glucose. Type 2 diabetics have an inability to control blood glucose levels.

If Starlix is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Starlix with the following:

• Airway-opening drugs such as Alupent and Proventil
• Aspirin Beta blockers such as the blood pressure medications Inderal and Tenormin
• Corticosteroids such as prednisone (Deltasone)
• Decongestants such as Sudafed MAO inhibitors such as the antidepressants Nardil and Parnate
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Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Starlix.

More common side effects may include:
Back pain, diarrhea, dizziness, flu-like symptoms, joint infection, upper respiratory infection.

Less common side effects may include:
Accidental injury, bronchitis, coughing, low blood sugar.

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