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Glucarb 50 MG Tablet

Manufactured by: West Coast Pharma Works
Composition: Acarbose
Prescription Required: Yes
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Description

Glucarb 50 MG 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.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Glucarb 50 MG Tablet

  • Yellow colored eyes or skinsevererare
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Flatulence
  • Nausea or Vomiting
SEVERE
Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.
RARE
Observed in a small fraction of population.
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Glucarb 50 MG Tablet

Onset of action

The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 1 hour.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4 to 6 hours.

Safe with alcohol?

moderate
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended in the patients with diabetes due to increase in the risk of altered blood glucose levels. Frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary and proper diet should be maintained for better diabetic control.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendencies were reported

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Glucarb 50 MG Tablet

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Glucarb 50 MG Tablet, and hence can be used as its substitute.
Ac 50 MG Tablet
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Acarb 50 MG Tablet
Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Glubose 50 MG Tablet
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Gludase 50 MG Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
Rebose 50 MG Tablet
Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.

What is it prescribed for?

Uses of Glucarb 50 MG Tablet

  • Type II Diabetes Mellitus

    Glucarb 50 MG Tablet is used to control blood sugar levels in adults with Type II Diabetes Mellitus.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Glucarb 50 MG Tablet

  • Allergy

    Glucarb 50 MG Tablet is not recommended in the patients with known allergy.

  • Gastrointestinal disease

    Glucarb 50 MG Tablet is not recommended in the patients with any history of gastrointestinal disease like inflammatory bowel disease, colonic ulceration or any intestinal obstruction.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcoholmoderate

  • Description

    - Consumption of alcohol may cause an increase or decrease in blood glucose levels.The mechanism involves inhibition of gluconeogenesis and the counter-regulatory response to hypoglycemia.

  • Instructions

    - Consumption of alcohol is not recommended in the patients with diabetes due to increase in the risk of altered blood glucose levels. Frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary and proper diet should be maintained for better diabetic control.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

  • Impaired liver function

    severe
    Glucarb 50 MG Tablet is not recommended in the patients with primary cirrhosis. Inform the doctor if you have a history of liver injury. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  • Diabetic Ketoacidosis

    severe
    Glucarb 50 MG Tablet is not recommended in the patients with diabetic ketoacidosis. Inform the doctor if you have a history of diabetic ketoacidosis. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  • Gastro-intestinal disease

    severe
    Glucarb 50 MG Tablet is not recommended in the patients with inflammatory bowel disease or any chronic intestinal disease. Inform the doctor if you are suffering from any gastrointestinal disease. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

Food interactions

  • Information not available.

Lab interactions

  • Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take Glucarb 50 MG 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.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

  • Pregnancy

    - This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

  • Breast-feeding

    - This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.

General warnings

  • Low blood glucose levels

    - The risk of low blood glucose levels is more when taken with other antidiabetic medicines. Frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary. Dose adjustments are to be made if necessary.

  • Impaired liver function

    - Glucarb 50 MG Tablet is reported to cause an increase in the liver enzymes like AST or AST. Frequent monitoring of liver function tests is necessary. Dose adjustments are to be made if necessary.

  • Gastrointestinal diseases

    - Glucarb 50 MG Tablet is not recommended in the patients with any gastrointestinal diseases like inflammatory bowel disease, colonic ulceration, partial intestinal obstruction or any chronic intestinal disease.

Other details

  • To be taken with food
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

How it works

It works by decreasing the absorption of glucose in the small intestine by inhibiting the chemical substance that converts starch to glucose.

Legal Status

Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved

Classification

Category
Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors
Schedule
Schedule H

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