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Precose (Acarbose)
| Acarbose (Generic) Acarbose | ||||||
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General Medication Fact Sheet for Precose
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Medication Name | Precose |
| Generic Name | Acarbose |
| Purpose | Used to treat type 2 diabetes by helping to control blood sugar levels. |
| Mechanism of Action | Inhibits alpha-glucosidase enzymes in the small intestine, delaying glucose absorption after meals. |
| Dosage Forms | Oral tablets |
| Available Strengths | 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg |
| Dosage Frequency | Typically taken three times daily, with the first bite of each main meal. |
| Common Side Effects | Gas, bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea |
| Serious Side Effects | Liver problems (rare), severe abdominal pain |
| Drug Interactions | Digestive enzymes (e.g., amylase, lipase), insulin, sulfonylureas, Metformin, digoxin |
| Important Notes | Must be taken with meals to be effective. If hypoglycemia occurs, treat with glucose (dextrose), not sucrose. Monitor liver enzymes periodically. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from moisture and light. |
| Missed Dose | Take with your next meal. Do not double the dose to catch up. |
| Alternatives | Metformin, Glipizide, Sitagliptin, Jardiance |
Precose Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Metformin (Glucophage) | Decreases hepatic glucose production and increases insulin sensitivity. | First-line treatment for type 2 diabetes. |
| Glipizide (Glucotrol) | Stimulates insulin release from the pancreas. | Sulfonylurea; may cause hypoglycemia. |
| Sitagliptin (Januvia) | Inhibits DPP-4 enzyme, increasing incretin levels and insulin secretion. | DPP-4 inhibitor; generally well-tolerated. |
| Jardiance (empagliflozin) | Inhibits SGLT2 in the kidneys, increasing glucose excretion in the urine. | SGLT2 inhibitor; may increase risk of urinary tract infections. |
Precose Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
|---|---|
| Gas | Signs of liver injury (yellowing skin/eyes, dark urine, severe stomach pain, persistent nausea |
| Bloating | Severe constipation or inability to pass gas (signs of ileus) |
| Abdominal pain | Severe hypoglycemia (if taken with other diabetes drugs) |
| Diarrhea | Severe allergic reaction (hives, swelling, difficulty breathing) |
Precose Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type 2 Diabetes | 25 mg three times daily | 50-100 mg three times daily | Take with the first bite of each main meal. Dosage adjusted based on blood glucose levels. |
Precose Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
|---|---|
| With Insurance | $10 |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $45 |
| From CPS | $25 |
