30EGP
- Active ingredient
- acarbose
- Strength
- 50 mg
- Form
- tablet
- Manufacturer
- hikma pharma > bayer schering
- Route
- oral.solid
Uses
Indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Do not use if
Hypersensitivity, diabetic ketoacidosis, cirrhosis, inflammatory bowel disease, or intestinal obstruction.
Side effects
Common adverse effects include flatulence, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and gastrointestinal discomfort.
Warnings
Monitor liver function and gastrointestinal tolerance during treatment.
How it works
Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor that delays carbohydrate digestion and reduces postprandial blood glucose elevations.
Storage
Store at room temperature protected from moisture.