Precose
Precose is the brand name for acarbose, an oral antidiabetic medication classified as an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor. It is used to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes and is typically prescribed as an adjunct to diet and exercise. Acarbose can be used alone or together with other antidiabetic agents.
Acarbose works by inhibiting enzymes (alpha-glucosidases) on the brush border of the small intestine that break
Commonly reported adverse effects are related to the gastrointestinal system. The most frequent are flatulence, abdominal
Drug interactions include an increased risk of hypoglycemia when used with insulin or sulfonylureas. Because acarbose
Brand and availability: Precose is the brand name commonly used for acarbose. Generic acarbose is available