Glucarb 50 Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It should be taken just before meals as it lowers the post-meal blood sugar levels. This prevents the long-term complications of diabetes mellitus.

Use of Glucarb 50 Tablet along with a proper diet and exercise results in better blood sugar control. Initially, it may cause side effects such as stomach pain, bloating, and gas, but these get better with time.

Uses of Glucarb Tablet

Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Side effects of Glucarb Tablet

Common

Skin rash
Flatulence
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea

How to use Glucarb Tablet

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. Glucarb 50 Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Glucarb Tablet works

Glucarb 50 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It inhibits an enzyme that helps in conversion of carbohydrates to glucose. This slows down carbohydrate digestion/absorption thereby preventing increase in blood glucose after meals.

Safety Advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Glucarb 50 Tablet.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Glucarb 50 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breastfeeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Glucarb 50 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Glucarb 50 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Glucarb 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Glucarb 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Glucarb 50 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Glucarb 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Glucarb 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Glucarb 50 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Glucarb Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Glucarb 50 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick Tips

Glucarb 50 Tablet is used together with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar and avoid long-term complications.
You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Glucarb 50 Tablet.
Glucarb 50 Tablet lowers your post-meal blood sugar levels. Therefore, it should be taken before meals.
Side effects such as stomach pain, gas, and diarrhea may occur during the first few weeks of treatment but should get better with time.

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Patient Concerns

Hi Doctor I have Type 2 diabetes, at present i m taking istamet 50/1000 mg, kindly advise if my medicine can be stopped

Dr. Shikha Mishra

Dietician

Please consult doctor regarding this issue

Sir/madam Diabetes type--Type-2 Diabetes Im taking 1 tablet in morning after TIFFIN. Tablet--GLYCOMET-GP2 FORTE. This 1 tablet sufficient as my Diabetes checkup results.& My liver Mildly enlarged this is my problem so pls expalin only 1 Tablet wii effect on any parts of my body Pls ExplainFBS-170 PPBS-190

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Diabetes Specialist

Need to examine and priscribe medicine for you.Without examine , can't priscribe any medicine in your case.so plz consult doctor near by or can visit our clinic

My mom is diabetic from last 13 years. She is on medicine and having type 2 diabetes. Currently she is taking below medicine - amaryl m2, galvusmet 50/500, forxiga-10. But from last week her sugar level is increasing and now reaches to 250 fasting. Could you please recommend me ayurvedic medicine that will keep sugar level in control and keep her energitic. Thanks

Dr. Manju Singh

Psychiatrist

Please consult with Ayurvedic doctor nearest to your home.

i have type 2 diabetes and BP problem .I use Angizaar 50 mg but its price is too high 95 for 10 tablets .I cannot afford this.Can u suggest ne best replacement tabkets with quite low price.Please consult me .I am in big troubleIs there no one to help me

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Diabetes Specialist

Needs to see the patient for priscribing substitute medicine as needs to examine , investigate and proper medical history required. So consult doctor near by or visit our clinic.

Two months back detected type 2 diabetes undergoing treatment of istamet 50/ 500 twice a day before detecting i was fit and fine but now when undergoing treatment i feel drowsy no freshness feel more week why so

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Diabetes Specialist

It may be psychological effect of diabetes you have. You no need to worry about.Take medicine regularly and try to keep sugar level in normal limits. Do exercise regularly.

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User Feedback

What are you using Glucarb Tablet for?

Type 2 diabet*

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*Type 2 diabetes mellitus

FAQs

Q. Does Glucarb cause hypoglycemia?

Glucarb 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.

Q. Why does Glucarb cause flatulence?

Glucarb blocks the digestion of carbohydrates which causes accumulation of undigested carbohydrates in the colon. Bacterial fermentation of the accumulated carbohydrates causes intestinal gas, leading to flatulence and abdominal pain.

Q. Can Glucarb cause diarrhea?

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

Q. When should Glucarb be taken?

Glucarb should be taken with your meals and should be swallowed whole with water or chewed with the first mouthful of food. The initial dose of Glucarb is generally twice daily. The dose is then gradually increased to thrice daily.

Q. What if I forget to take Glucarb?

If you forget to take a dose of Glucarb, do not take the missed dose between meals. Wait for the scheduled dose and meal and continue taking your tablets as prescribed. Do not take the dose twice to make up for your forgotten tablets.

Q. 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 transient 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.

Q. Who should not take Glucarb?

Glucarb 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 Glucarb 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 Glucarb. Along with that, Glucarb should not be used by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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References

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