Karbocheck 25mg Tablet

Short Description

Karbocheck 25mg Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus by lowering blood sugar levels after meals. It belongs to the alpha-glucosidase inhibitors group.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Karbocheck 25mg Tablet should be taken just before or along with the first few bites of the meal. The dose and frequency will be decided by your doctor to control your blood sugar levels effectively. It may be increased gradually. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor, as it may lead to increased blood sugar levels and serious complications like kidney damage and blindness. This medicine is part of a treatment program that includes a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal discomfort and flatulence. Consult your doctor if these persist. Karbocheck 25mg Tablet does not cause hypoglycemia by itself but can when combined with other diabetes medicines. Episodes of hypoglycemia should be treated with plain glucose. Inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid excessive alcohol intake as it may increase the risk of hypoglycemia.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it whole without chewing, crushing, or breaking it. Karbocheck 25mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Karbocheck 25mg Tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine that inhibits intestinal enzymes responsible for breaking complex sugars into simple sugars like glucose, preventing a rapid rise in blood glucose levels after meals.

Along with your regular doctor visits, you might also need regular check-ups with an eye clinic and a foot clinic. Your doctor will advise you to test your blood sugar levels regularly using a home diabetes test kit. Maintain a healthy diet, engage in light exercises regularly, and quit smoking and drinking. Inform your doctor if you feel excessively thirsty, pass urine more frequently, or get tired easily, as these are signs of high blood sugar levels. Hypoglycemia may occur if Karbocheck 25mg Tablet is taken with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or if a meal is delayed/skipped. Check your blood sugar levels and have a snack/sugar source for immediate relief.