Acarwin 50mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Acarbose (50mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Intra Labs India Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Acarwin 50mg Tablet is used to treat people with type 2 diabetes mellitus, helping to lower blood sugar levels after meals. Acarwin 50mg Tablet should be taken just before or along with the first few bites of the meal. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your blood sugar levels. It may be increased gradually. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and put you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage and blindness. This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.
Acarwin 50mg Tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine. It inhibits the intestinal enzymes responsible for breaking complex sugars into simple sugars such as glucose. This prevents blood glucose levels from rising very high immediately after meals.
Does Acarwin 50mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
Acarwin 50mg Tablet does not cause hypoglycemia on its own, but it can lower blood sugar levels when taken with other antidiabetic medications or insulin. If you experience hypoglycemia, consult your doctor, who may adjust your dose accordingly.
Why does Acarwin 50mg Tablet cause flatulence?
Acarwin 50mg Tablet works by blocking the digestion of carbohydrates, which can lead to the accumulation of undigested carbohydrates in the colon. The fermentation of these carbohydrates by bacteria in the gut can cause the production of intestinal gas, resulting in flatulence and abdominal pain.
Can Acarwin 50mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, diarrhea is a common side effect of Acarwin 50mg Tablet. However, this does not affect everyone. Consuming foods containing carbohydrates, such as household sugar, can exacerbate diarrhea and abdominal pain. If diarrhea persists or worsens, contact your doctor immediately.
When should Acarwin 50mg Tablet be taken?
Acarwin 50mg Tablet should be taken with meals and swallowed whole with water or chewed with the first mouthful of food. The initial dose is typically taken twice daily, and the dose may be gradually increased to thrice daily.
What if I forget to take Acarwin 50mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Acarwin 50mg Tablet, do not take the missed dose between meals. Instead, wait for the scheduled dose and meal, and continue taking your tablets as prescribed. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten tablet.
What will happen if more than the recommended dose of Acarwin 50mg Tablet is taken?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Acarwin 50mg Tablet may cause temporary increases in flatulence, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort. To alleviate these symptoms, avoid consuming meals or drinks containing carbohydrates for the next 4-6 hours.
Who should not take Acarwin 50mg Tablet?
Acarwin 50mg Tablet is contraindicated in patients with a known allergy to the medication, severe liver disease, or intestinal inflammation or ulceration (e.g., Crohn's disease). Additionally, patients with an intestinal obstruction, large hernia, or intestinal disease that impairs digestion or absorption should avoid taking Acarwin 50mg Tablet. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also not take this medication.
What will happen if more than the recommended dose of Acarwin 50mg Tablet is taken?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Acarwin 50mg Tablet may cause temporary increases in flatulence, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort. To alleviate these symptoms, avoid consuming meals or drinks containing carbohydrates for the next 4-6 hours.
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. Acarwin 50mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
- Along with your regular doctor visit
- you might also need regular check-ups with an eye clinic and a foot clinic as well.
- Your doctor will also advise you to test for sugar in your blood using a home diabetes test kit regularly to check that your sugar level is being controlled.
- Along with a healthy diet, indulge in light exercises regularly and quit smoking and drinking.
- If you feel excessively thirsty, pass urine more frequently, and get tired easily, then let your doctor know. These are the signs of very high sugar levels in your blood and your treatment may need adjusting.
- Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur if Acarwin 50mg Tablet is taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or on delaying/skipping a meal. Check your blood sugar levels and have a snack/sugar source for immediate relief.
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Acarwin 50mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Acarwin 50mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Acarwin 50mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
