Acarsafe 50 Tablet

Short Description

Acarsafe 50 Tablet is used to treat people with type 2 diabetes mellitus, helping to lower blood sugar levels after meals.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Acarsafe 50 Tablet should be taken just before or along with the first few bites of the meal. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your blood sugar levels. It may be increased gradually. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and put you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage and blindness. This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Acarsafe 50 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

Gastrointestinal discomfort Flatulence

Alcohol Warning

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Acarsafe 50 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Acarsafe 50 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Acarsafe 50 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Amiloride Atenolol Beclometasone Betamethasone

Acarsafe 50 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine. It inhibits the intestinal enzymes responsible for breaking complex sugars into simple sugars such as glucose. This prevents blood glucose levels from rising very high immediately after meals.

Along with your regular doctor visit Regular check-ups with an eye clinic and a foot clinic Testing for sugar in your blood using a home diabetes test kit regularly A healthy diet Light exercises regularly Quitting smoking and drinking