Description
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Diabay Tablets are Acarbose Tablet which is used to treat people with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps lower blood sugar levels after meals. It belongs to a group of medicines known as alpha-glucosidase inhibitors. This medicine is usually prescribed in combination with other diabetes medications.
Acarbose Tablet should be taken just before or along with the first few bites of the meal. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your blood sugar levels. It may be increased gradually. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and put you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage and blindness.
This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.
This medicine’s most common side effects include flatulence (gas), stomach pain, and diarrhea. Please consult your doctor if these bother you or do not go away.
Acarbose Tablet by itself does not cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). However, when used in combination with other diabetes medicines (especially insulin or sulphonylureas), it can lead to hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). Such episodes of hypoglycemia should be treated by taking plain glucose. Table sugar or common sugar will not help correct low blood sugar levels if you are taking this medicine.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems. Do not take this medicine if you have ulceration or inflammation in the bowel (eg. ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Please tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking this medicine as it may increase the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels).
USES OF ACARBOZ TABLET
BENEFITS OF ACARBOZ TABLET
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Acarbose Tablet is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels when given in combination with other anti-diabetics. It works by slowing down the digestion and absorption of glucose (carbohydrates) from your digestive tract, thereby decreasing the rise in blood glucose levels immediately after meals.
Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes and reduces the risk of getting serious complications of diabetes such as kidney or eye damage, nerve problems and loss of limbs.
This medicine will also reduce the risk of death from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ACARBOZ TABLET
Common side effects of Acarboz
- Flatulence
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
HOW TO USE ACARBOZ TABLET
HOW ACARBOZ TABLET WORKS
SAFETY ADVICE
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Alcohol
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Pregnancy
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Breast feeding
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Driving
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Kidney
Use of Acarbose Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
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Liver
Use of Acarbose Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ACARBOZ TABLET?
Quick tips
- Along with your regular doctor visit, you might also need regular check-ups with an eye clinic and a foot clinic as well.
- Your doctor will also advise you to test for sugar in your blood using a home diabetes test kit regularly to check that your sugar level is being controlled.
- Along with a healthy diet, indulge in light exercises regularly and quit smoking and drinking.
- If you feel excessively thirsty, pass urine more frequently, and get tired easily, then let your doctor know. These are the signs of very high sugar levels in your blood and your treatment may need adjusting.
- Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur if Acarbose Tablet is taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or on delaying/skipping a meal. Check your blood sugar levels and have a snack/sugar source for immediate relief.
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FAQs
Q. Does Acarbose Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
Q. Why does Acarbose Tablet cause flatulence?
Q. Can Acarbose Tablet cause diarrhea?
Q. When should Acarbose Tablet be taken?
Q. What if I forget to take Acarbose Tablet?
Q. What will happen if more than the recommended dose of Acarbose Tablet is taken?
Q. Who should not take Acarbose Tablet?
Q. What will happen if more than the recommended dose of Acarbose Tablet is taken?
Additional information
brand | OMNICA PHARMACEUTICALS |
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condition | Diabetes |
form | Tablets |
frequency | As per Doctor prescribe |
milligrams | 25mg, 50mg |
strength | 1×10 tab |
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