What is Acarbose: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Acarbose

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Take your medicine with the first bite of each main meal.

• Missed dose: If you remember the missed dose while you are still eating or right after you finished your meal, take the dose right away. Otherwise, wait until your next main meal to take your medicine. Do not take 2 doses at the same time.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Take your medicine with the first bite of each main meal.

• Missed dose: If you remember the missed dose while you are still eating or right after you finished your meal, take the dose right away. Otherwise, wait until your next main meal to take your medicine. Do not take 2 doses at the same time.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

What to do if you miss a dose of Acarbose

Acarbose contraindications

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to acarbose, or if you have cirrhosis or a bowel disorder such as colitis, Crohn disease, or a blockage in your bowel.

Acarbose warnings

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease or any problems with your bowels.

• You may need to keep glucose tablets or gel with you in case your blood sugar level becomes too low. Table sugar may not work as well, because acarbose keeps your body from absorbing regular sugar quickly.

Acarbose interactions

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Some medicines can affect how acarbose works. Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following: Digoxin, isoniazid, niacin, phenytoinA calcium channel blocker, cold or allergy medicine, diuretics (water pills), estrogen or birth control pills, phenothiazine medicines (such as promethazine, chlorpromazine), steroid medicine, thyroid medicine

• Do not take acarbose with medicines used to help digest food, such as amylase or pancreatin.