GLUCOBAY 25MG TAB

Overview

GLUCOBAY 25MG TAB is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.

GLUCOBAY 25MG TAB is composed of: ACARBOSE (25 MG)

Acarbose slows the digestion of carbohydrates in the body, which helps control blood sugar levels. Acarbose is used together with diet and exercise to treat type 2 diabetes. Stomach pain, diarrhea, flatulence are the side  effects associated with Acarbose.


Usage

ACARBOSE is generally used to treat: Diabetes Type 2, Diabetes Mellitus

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

GLUCOBAY 25MG TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for GLUCOBAY 25MG TAB and its Constituents


  • Take each dose with the first bite of each main meal.
  • In case of overdose, do not eat or drink anything containing carbohydrates for the next 4 to 6 hours.

Symptoms of Overdosage

ACARBOSE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

ACARBOSE : Diarrhoea, Constipation, Abdomen Pain, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Increased Passing Gas

Serious Side-Effects

ACARBOSE : Hepatitis, Body Itching, Face Swelling, Swollen Lips, Swollen Tongue, Body Bruising, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Loss Of Appetite

Rare Side-Effects

ACARBOSE : Jaundice, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Disease Interactions

ACARBOSE can interfere with: Cirrhosis, Renal Failure, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Drug Induced Liver Disease

Technical Classification

ACARBOSE is categorized as: ALPHA-GLUCOSIDASE INHIBITORS / ANTIDIABETIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily64%
2 Times Daily (1-0-1)15%
3 Times Daily8%
Others5%

How long was it prescribed?

90 Days61%
30 Days14%
180 Days11%
60 Days11%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs8%
18 to 35yrs3%
50 to 60yrs6%
60 to 70yrs28%
70yrs and above56%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females13%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Cardiologist88%
Endocrinologist6%
Gynaecologist3%
Physician3%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

ECOSPRIN TAB 75MG46%
CLOPITAB 75MG TAB44%
PAN 40MG TAB26%
INAPURE 5MG TAB15%
ECOSPRIN TAB 150MG15%
ZYLORIC TAB13%
LASIX TAB 40MG13%
ZYLORIC 100MG TAB10%
AMLODIPINE 2.5MG TAB10%
TONACT 10MG TAB10%
METOLAR XR 25MG TAB10%
TONACT TG 10MG TAB10%
METFORMIN TAB10%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

FBS (BIOCHEMISTRY)26%
CBC (HEMATOLOGY)18%
LIPID PROFILE (SCREENING)18%
HBA1C (BIOCHEMISTRY)18%
PPBS (BIOCHEMISTRY)15%
KFT (SCREENING)10%

Available Alternatives for GLUCOBAY 25MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

AC 25MG TABINR 41.78 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 25.0 MG
ACAREX 25MG TABINR 47.25 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 25.0 MG
DIABOSE 25MG TABINR 68.5 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 25.0 MG
GLUBOSE 25MG TABINR 39.23 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 25.0 MG
GLUCAR 25MG TABINR 67.35 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 25.0 MG
GLUCARB 25MG TABINR 38.47 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 25.0 MG
GLUCOBAY 25MG TABINR 67.2 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 25 MG
K CARB 25MG TABINR 30.01 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 25.0 MG
KARBOCHECK 25MG TABINR 66.75 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 25.0 MG
REBOSE 25MG TABINR 57 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 25.0 MG
RECARB 25MG TABINR 46 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 25.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

AC 50MG TABINR 74.94 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50.0 MG
AC FRESH LIQUIDINR 63.91 for 60 ML LIQUIDACARBOSE
AC Z DPSINR 37.66 for 30 ML DROPACARBOSE
AC Z SYPINR 66.9 for 100 ML SYRUPACARBOSE
AC Z TABINR 41.55 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE
ACARBOSEACARBOSE
CGBOSE 50MG TABINR 69 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50 MG
DIABOSE 50MG TABINR 117 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50.0 MG
DIABOSE M 50MG/500MG TABINR 75 for 10 TABLETSMETFORMIN 500.0 MG, ACARBOSE 50.0 MG
DISORB 50MG TABINR 31.85 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50.0 MG
GLUBOSE 50MG TABINR 83.04 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50.0 MG
GLUCAR 50MG TABINR 107.2 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50.0 MG
GLUCARB 50MG TABINR 72.12 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50.0 MG
GLUCOBAY 50MG TABINR 117 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50 MG
GLUCOBAY M 25MG/500MG TABINR 80.5 for 10 TABLETSMETFORMIN 500.0 MG, ACARBOSE 25.0 MG
GLUCOBAY M 50MG/500MG TABINR 122.5 for 10 TABLETSMETFORMIN 500.0 MG, ACARBOSE 50.0 MG
GLUDASE 50MG TABINR 70.27 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50.0 MG
GLUTIRO 50MG TABINR 60 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50.0 MG
HUNGREE SYPINR 45.75 for 200 ML SYRUPACARBOSE
K CARB 50MG TABINR 58.08 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50.0 MG
KARBOCHECK 50MG TABINR 76 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50.0 MG
LYSIBAY 50MG TABINR 70.61 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50.0 MG
MOVACARB 50MG TABINR 99.9 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50.0 MG
REBOSE 100MG TABINR 91.27 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 100.0 MG
REBOSE 50MG TABINR 97 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50.0 MG
RECARB 50MG TABINR 87 for 10 TABLETSACARBOSE 50.0 MG