Glucobay 50 MG Tablet - Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, ...

Description

Glucobay 50 MG Tablet is an antidiabetic medicine which is used to control elevated blood glucose levels. It is used only in patients diagnosed with Type II Diabetes. It may be used along with Insulin or other medicines in order to achieve better control over the blood sugar levels. A controlled diet and exercise routine may give better results.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Glucobay 50 mg dosis missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description - Consumption of alcohol may cause an increase or decrease in blood glucose levels.The mechanism involves inhibition of gluconeogenesis and the counter-regulatory response to hypoglycemia.
Instructions - Consumption of alcohol is not recommended in the patients with diabetes due to increase in the risk of altered blood glucose levels. Frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary and proper diet should be maintained for better diabetic control.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy - Glucobay 50 MG Tabis not recommended for pregnant women.
Breast-feeding - This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.
General warnings
Low blood glucose levels - The risk of low blood glucose levels is more when taken with other antidiabetic medicines. Frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary. Dose adjustments are to be made if necessary.
Impaired liver function - Glucobay 50 MG Tablet is reported to cause an increase in the liver enzymes like AST or AST. Frequent monitoring of liver function tests is necessary. Dose adjustments are to be made if necessary.

Side effects

In addition to its desired action, Glucobay 50 MG Online may cause some side effects, notably:

• it may cause headaches;
• it may cause diarrhea;
• it may cause stomach ache;
• it may cause gas and bloating.

Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.

Storage

As with most medications, Glucobay 50 MG Store should be stored at room temperature. Store it in a secure location where it will not be exposed to excessive heat, moisture or direct sunlight. Keep it out of reach of young children. Make sure that any leftover portion is disposed of safely.