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Discarb 50mg Tablet is best taken before a meal or with the first bite of food The dosage and frequency will be determined by your doctor to ensure you have the right amount to control your blood sugar levels The dosage may be increased gradually and its important not to stop taking the medication without consulting your doctor If you stop your blood sugar levels may increase putting you at risk of serious complications such as kidney damage and blindness Remember this medicine is just one part of your treatment program It should be used in conjunction with a healthy diet regular exercise and weight reduction as advised by your doctor While taking this medicine its important to regularly monitor your blood sugar levels The most common side effects of Discarb 50mg Tablet include flatulence gas stomach pain and diarrhea If these side effects bother you or do not go away please consult your doctor Its worth noting that this medicine by itself does not cause low blood sugar levels hypoglycemia However when used in combination with other diabetes medicines especially insulin or sulphonylureas it can lead to hypoglycemia If you experience low blood sugar episodes make sure to treat them by taking plain glucose Table sugar or common sugar will not correct low blood sugar levels if you are taking this medicine Before taking Discarb 50mg Tablet inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems Additionally if you have ulceration or inflammation in the bowel such as ulcerative colitis or Crohns disease do not take this medicine Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it Be sure to inform your doctor about all other medicines you are taking to ensure your safety Finally avoid excessive alcohol consumption while taking this medicine as it may increase the risk of low blood sugar levels

Available in 2 variations

Discarb 50mg Tablet

Acarbose (50mg)

strip of 10 tablets

MRP : ₹69

Discarb 25mg Tablet

Acarbose (25mg)

strip of 10 tablets

MRP : ₹38

Related Faqs

Does Discarb cause hypoglycemia?

Discarb does not cause hypoglycemia by itself though it has glucose-lowering effect. However, a fall of blood sugar levels in the hypoglycemic range may occur when given along with other antidiabetic medicines or insulin. If this occurs, consult your doctor who may modify your dose accordingly.

Who should not take Recarb?

Recarb should be avoided by patients who are allergic to it, have severe liver disease, or have inflammation or ulceration of intestine (eg Crohn’s disease). The use of Recarb should also be restricted in patients who have an intestinal obstruction (cramping pain, vomiting, obstipation, and lack of flatus). In addition, patients who have a large hernia or an intestinal disease where food is not digested or absorbed properly should avoid Recarb. Along with that, Recarb should not be used by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

What will happen if more than the recommended dose of Acarboz is taken?

If you take more than the recommended dose of Acarboz then it may cause temporary increase in flatulence (accumulation of gas), diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort. It is advised to avoid meals or drinks containing carbohydrates for the next 4-6 hours.

Can Diabose cause diarrhea?

Yes, diarrhea is a common side effect of Diabose. However, this does not affect everybody. Any food containing carbohydrates, such as household sugar (cane sugar) can cause diarrhea and severe abdominal pain. If diarrhea persists or becomes severe, then contact your doctor immediately.

Who should not take Glucobose?

Glucobose should be avoided by patients who are allergic to it, have severe liver disease, or have inflammation or ulceration of intestine (eg Crohn’s disease). The use of Glucobose should also be restricted in patients who have an intestinal obstruction (cramping pain, vomiting, obstipation, and lack of flatus). In addition, patients who have a large hernia or an intestinal disease where food is not digested or absorbed properly should avoid Glucobose. Along with that, Glucobose should not be used by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

What will happen if more than the recommended dose of Glucarb is taken?

If you take more than the recommended dose of Glucarb then it may cause temporary increase in flatulence (accumulation of gas), diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort. It is advised to avoid meals or drinks containing carbohydrates for the next 4-6 hours.