Glubose 25mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Acarbose (25mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
Out of Stock
Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Glubose 25mg Tablet is used to treat people with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps lower blood sugar levels after meals. Glubose 25mg 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.
Glubose 25mg 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.
What is the risk of hypoglycemia when taking Glubose 25mg Tablet?
Glubose 25mg Tablet itself does not cause hypoglycemia, but a fall in blood sugar levels may occur when taken with other antidiabetic medicines or insulin. If this happens, consult your doctor for guidance on modifying the dose.
Why might Glubose 25mg Tablet cause flatulence?
Glubose 25mg Tablet works by blocking carbohydrate digestion, which can lead to undigested carbohydrates accumulating in the colon and causing gas as bacteria ferment them. This results in flatulence and abdominal discomfort.
Is diarrhea a common side effect of Glubose 25mg Tablet?
Yes, diarrhea is a possible side effect of Glubose 25mg Tablet, especially when consuming foods containing carbohydrates like sugar. If diarrhea persists or worsens, contact your doctor immediately.
How and when should I take Glubose 25mg Tablet?
Take Glubose 25mg Tablet with meals and swallow it whole with water or chew it with the first mouthful of food. The initial dose is usually twice daily, which can be gradually increased to thrice daily as prescribed by your doctor.
What if I forget to take a dose of Glubose 25mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose, do not take an extra one between meals. Wait for the next scheduled dose and meal, then continue taking your tablets as directed.
What are the consequences of taking more than the recommended dose of Glubose 25mg Tablet?
Taking too much Glubose 25mg Tablet may cause temporary increases in flatulence, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort. To alleviate symptoms, avoid consuming carbohydrates for 4-6 hours after taking excess medication.
Who should not take Glubose 25mg Tablet?
Avoid taking Glubose 25mg Tablet if you are allergic to it or have severe liver disease. Also, do not use this medication if you have an intestinal obstruction, large hernia, undigested food in the intestines, or Crohn's disease. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should also avoid using Glubose 25mg Tablet.
What happens when more than the recommended dose of Glubose 25mg Tablet is taken?
Taking too much Glubose 25mg Tablet may cause temporary increases in flatulence, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort. To alleviate symptoms, avoid consuming carbohydrates for 4-6 hours after taking excess medication.
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. Glubose 25mg 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.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Glubose 25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Glubose 25mg 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
Glubose 25mg 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.
