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Generic: acarbose View All Brands Precose An alpha-glucosidase inhibitor - It helps to control blood sugar				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What may interact with this medicine? charcoal digestive enzymes like amylase and pancreatin digoxin diuretics female hormones, like estrogens or progestins and birth control pills isoniazid medicines for colds or breathing difficulties like pseudoephedrine or phenylephrine medicines for high blood pressure called beta- blockers and calcium channel- blockers nicotinic acid phenothiazines like chlorpromazine, mesoridazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine phenytoin steroid medicines like prednisone or cortisone thyroid hormones This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine? Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. Learn how to check your blood sugar. Keep to your diet and exercise plan while you are taking this medicine. Know the signs of low blood sugar and teach them to the people around you. In case of low blood sugar, keep a source of glucose with you. It is important to follow a diabetic diet when taking this medicine. This may help decrease some of the side effects like diarrhea, bloating, and gas. If you are following the diet and you still have severe diarrhea or gas, contact your health care professional. Wear a medical identification bracelet or chain to say you have diabetes, and carry a card that lists all your medications.
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