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Acarbose - Overview

Acarbose is a medication used to help regulate glycemic levels in adults with diabetes. People who need an acarbose medication prescription can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe acarbose medication, including generic acarbose 25 mg and acarbose 50 mg tablets, when appropriate to do so.

Acarbose - Mechanism of Action

Acarbose prescription medication belongs to a class of medications known as alpha-glucosidase inhibitors and is considered an oligosaccharide. Specifically, acarbose is thought to work through blocking certain pancreatic enzymes. In doing so, acarbose can help reduce blood glucose spikes after meals by slowing the digestion of carbohydrates in the diet. Marketed under the brand name Precose, acarbose medication may help improve glycemic control in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus as an adjunct to diet and exercise. Acarbose tablets have no effect on the secretion of insulin and effects from the use of acarbose medication are often observed in hemoglobin A1c blood levels. Acarbose is sometimes used in conjunction with metformin (Glucophage) as their mechanism of actions are thought to be complementary.

Acarbose - Dosage and Price

While acarbose is typically prescribed to be taken three times per day, the actual acarbose dosing regimen used is highly dependent on the health characteristics of the patient and the judgement of the prescribing medical provider. When prescribed, acarbose tablets are typically available as acarbose 25 mg tablets, acarbose 50 mg tablets and acarbose 100 mg tablets. Plasma levels of acarbose typically peak within one day after oral administration. The majority of acarbose in the body is excreted in the feces although a small percentage is also excreted in the urine. Acarbose is relatively inexpensive, costing approximately 30 cents per acarbose 25 mg tablet at most pharmacies. Acarbose coupons are also available online at times. Also, some insurance plans may help with costs associated with an acarbose prescription, depending on the insurance plan and the reason the medication was prescribed.

Can I Buy Acarbose Online?

Acarbose is a prescription medication in the United States. Acarbose OTC is not available in the United States as a result and one cannot just buy acarbose online. The first step to getting acarbose medication is consulting with a medical provider. People who need an acarbose prescription can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe acarbose tablets, including generic acarbose 50 mg and acarbose 25 mg medication, when appropriate to do so.

Acarbose - Side Effects

Acarbose prescription medication can cause side effects when used. Side effects that can occur from acarbose use include nausea, diarrhea, flatulence, and liver inflammation. It is important to discuss any significant gastrointestinal side effects resulting from acarbose use with one's medical provider in the event that a dosing adjustment is needed. Acarbose and alcohol should not be used together. People with a known hypersensitivity to acarbose or other alpha-glucosidase inhibitor medications should not use acarbose prescription tablets.

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