Starlix (D-Phenylalanine Derivative)

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Brand Name	Generic Name
Starlix (STAR-liks)	nateglinide (nuh-TEG-lih-nyd)

What does this type of pill do?

This type of pill helps your body make more insulin for a short period of time right after meals. The insulin helps keep your blood glucose from going too high after you eat, a common problem in people with diabetes.

Who should not take Starlix?

Talk with your doctor about whether to take this type of pill if

• you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding
• you have liver disease

What are the possible side effects?

Possible side effects are

• low blood glucose, also called hypoglycemia (HY-poh-gly-SEE-mee-uh)-for more information, see Insert N
• weight gain
• dizziness