Glucobay 50 Tablet (Acarbose 50mg)

About Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s

Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s belongs to a class of anti-diabetic drugs called alpha-glucosidase inhibitors used to treat type 2 diabetes, especially in patients whose blood sugar levels are not controlled by diet and exercise alone. Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) condition that affects the way our body processes glucose. People with type 2 diabetes either do not produce enough insulin or the insulin produced is unable to perform its function in the body (insulin resistance). Middle-aged or older individuals are most likely to suffer from type 2 diabetes, so it is also known as adult-onset diabetes.

Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s contains ‘Acarbose’ that works by inhibiting the action of intestinal enzymes that break down complex sugars and starches into simple sugars. Thereby, delays the absorption of sugar into the blood and reduces the abnormal rise in blood sugar levels after meals.

Take Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s with food and chew it preferably with the first bite of each meal or swallow it as a whole with little water. Do not crush or break it. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience flatulence (gas), stomach pain, or diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s is not recommended for children. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s. Do not consume alcohol with Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s as it may increase or decrease blood sugar levels.

Uses of Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s

Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Medicinal Benefits

Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s is an anti-diabetic drug used to treat type 2 diabetes especially in patients whose blood sugar levels are not controlled by diet and exercise alone. Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s inhibits the action of intestinal enzymes that breakdown complex sugars and starches into simple sugars. Thereby, delays the absorption of sugar into the blood and reduces the abnormal rise in blood sugar levels after meals. It is essential to control blood sugar levels to avoid any further complications of diabetes such as eye problems, kidney damage, eye damage and loss of limbs.

Directions for Use

Use Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s as advised by the doctor. Take Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s with food and chew it preferably with the first bite of each meal or swallow it as a whole with little water. Do not crush or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s

• Flatulence (gas)
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhoea

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you have severe kidney or liver disorders, ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease (conditions causing swelling of the bowel, diarrhoea, bowel pain, vomiting and weight loss) and large hernia (bulging of a tissue or organ through an unusual opening) in intestine, please inform your doctor before taking Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s. Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women. Therefore, pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised to consult a doctor before taking Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s may have interaction with other antidiabetic drugs (insulin, metformin), antibiotics (neomycin), heart-related medicines (digoxin), medicines used to treat high cholesterol (cholestyramine), and medicines with digestive enzymes (lipase, amylase), intestinal absorbents (charcoal).

Drug- Food Interaction: Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s may interact with household sugar (cane sugar) and cause diarrhoea or severe discomfort in the stomach. Therefore avoid household sugar (cane sugar) and foods containing it alcohol. Also, avoid alcohol intake while taking Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s as it may lead to high or low blood sugar levels.

Drug-Disease Interaction: People with severe kidney or liver disorders, ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease (conditions causing swelling of the bowel, diarrhoea, bowel pain, vomiting and weight loss) and large hernia (bulging of a tissue or organ through an unusual opening) in intestine should consult a doctor before taking Glucobay 50 Tablet 10’s.

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