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Glucobay M is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Glucobay M have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Glucobay M is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Glucobay M are Stomach Upset, Difficulty urinating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Glucobay M can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Glucobay M normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Glucobay M's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Glucobay M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Glucobay M is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Anemia, Shock as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Glucobay M have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Glucobay M have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Glucobay M is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Glucobay M is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Glucobay M is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Glucobay M safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Glucobay M safely.
Is the use of Glucobay M safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Glucobay M on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Glucobay M will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Glucobay M on the Kidneys?
Use of Glucobay M may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
What is the effect of Glucobay M on the Liver?
Glucobay M may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Glucobay M on the Heart?
Glucobay M has very mild side effects on the heart.
Glucobay M should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glucobay M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glucobay M habit forming or addictive?
Glucobay M does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Glucobay M
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Glucobay M, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glucobay M
Taking Glucobay M with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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References
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 275-276
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 825-826
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Precose® (acarbose tablets)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 277