Glucobay is an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor that helps to control high blood glucose levels. It works by preventing the intestinal enzymes responsible for breaking complex sugars into simple sugars and decreases high blood glucose levels.
Take this medication in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine too early, or even if you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early, your condition may become worsen. To get better results, take this medicine at a fixed time.
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine as it increases the risk of hypoglycemia. The common side effects of this medicine include flatulence, abdominal pain, and diarrhoea. If these symptoms bother you for a longer duration, inform your doctor.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are suffering from kidney and liver diseases. Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have ulcerative colitis and crohn's disease. If you are a pregnant or breastfeeding mother, seek a doctor's advice before using this medicine.
