Acarros 50 Tablet contains Acarbose 50mg. It is a prescription oral antidiabetic medicine used to help control blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes mellitus. It works by slowing down the digestion of carbohydrates. Use this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not self-medicate.

What is Acarros 50 Acarbose Tablet?

Acarros 50 is an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor containing Acarbose 50mg. It reduces the rise in blood glucose after meals by slowing down carbohydrate breakdown in the intestine. Each strip contains 10 tablets. It is prescribed as part of a diet and exercise plan for type 2 diabetes management.

Uses of Acarros 50 Tablet

• Type 2 diabetes mellitus management in adults
• Reducing postprandial (after-meal) blood sugar spikes
• Used alongside diet and exercise for glucose control
• May be used in combination with other antidiabetic medicines as prescribed

How Acarros 50 Works

Acarbose inhibits alpha-glucosidase enzymes in the small intestine, which are responsible for breaking down complex carbohydrates into simple sugars. By slowing this process, it reduces the speed at which glucose enters the bloodstream after eating, helping prevent sharp rises in blood sugar levels after meals.

Side Effects of Acarros 50 Tablet

• Flatulence (gas) or bloating
• Diarrhea or loose stools
• Stomach pain or discomfort
• Nausea (less common)

These side effects are usually mild and improve with time. Taking it with food as prescribed helps reduce GI effects. Inform your doctor if symptoms persist.

Safety Advice

• Take with meals: Always take Acarros 50 with the first bite of each main meal.
• Low blood sugar: Acarbose alone does not cause hypoglycemia, but if combined with insulin or sulfonylureas, glucose (not sucrose) must be used to treat low sugar episodes.
• Liver/Kidney disease: Not recommended in severe liver or kidney impairment. Inform your doctor.
• Pregnancy: Consult your doctor before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
• Storage: Store below 25°C in a cool dry place away from moisture and sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

Substitutes for Acarros 50 Tablet

Other Acarbose 50mg tablets such as Glucobay 50, Rebose 50 or Carbophage 50 may be suggested by your doctor. Switch only under medical supervision.

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FAQs about Acarros 50 Acarbose Tablet

Q1. When should I take Acarros 50?
Take it with the first bite of each main meal, as directed by your doctor.

Q2. Can Acarros 50 cause low blood sugar?
Used alone, it does not cause hypoglycemia. Risk increases when combined with other antidiabetic drugs.

Q3. Do I need a prescription?
Yes. Use only under a doctor’s supervision.

Important: Use this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not self-medicate. Consult your physician for personalised diabetes management.