Glucobay 50mg

Description Of Glucobay 50mg

Glucobay 50mg Tablet is an antidiabetic medicine which is used to control elevated blood glucose levels. It is used only in patients diagnosed with Type II Diabetes. It may be used along with Insulin or other medicines in order to achieve better control over the blood sugar levels. A controlled diet and exercise routine may give better results.

Glucobay 50mg Chemical Name

• Acarbose

Glucobay 50mg Manufacturer

• Bayer Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Uses of Glucobay 50mg

Glucobay 50mg Tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.

What is Glucobay 50mg?

Glucobay 50mg Tablet is used for Type 2 diabetes mellitus, Type 2 diabetes, Maturity onset diabetes, Polycystic ovary syndrome and other conditions. Glucobay 50mg Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

How Glucobay 50mg working?

Glucobay 50mg Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It works by slowing down the digestion and absorption of glucose in the small intestine. This prevents blood glucose from rising very high after meals.

How is Glucobay 50mg used?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Glucobay 50mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Glucobay 50mg Indications

Take Glucobay 50mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor. The dose is likely to change based on your body's response to the therapy. It is advisable to undergo blood sugar tests at regular intervals. You should always carry a sugar candy to overcome unexpected lowered blood sugar levels. The schedule and duration of use should not be changed without consulting a doctor.

Glucobay 50mg Dosage

• Glucobay 25mg
• Glucobay 50mg

Contraindication Of Glucobay 50mg

Hypersensitivity to Glucobay 50mg Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, Glucobay 50mg Tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions:

• Acute myocardial infarction
• Cardiovascular collapse
• Chronic intestinal diseases
• Cirrhosis
• Colonic ulceration
• Diabetic ketoacidosis
• Hypersensitivity

Adverse effects Of Glucobay 50mg

• Yellow colored eyes or skin
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Flatulence
• Nausea or Vomiting

Special Precautions And Related Warnings Of Glucobay 50mg

Taking acarbose with alcohol may affect blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes.

Glucobay 50mg Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Glucobay 50mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Glucobay 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Glucobay 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Glucobay 50mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Glucobay 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Glucobay 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Glucobay 50mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Storage Conditions for Glucobay 50mg

Store medicines at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze medicines unless required by package insert. Keep medicines away from children and pets.