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Is Starlix safe for long-term use?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
Starlix (nateglinide) has been approved for long-term use. When taken under doctor supervision, and used along with proper diet and exercise, this medication can help keep your type 2 diabetes under control, possibly for the rest of your life.

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