Epalrestat: View Uses, Side Effects and Medicines

Epalrestat

INFORMATION ABOUT EPALRESTAT

Epalrestat Uses

Epalrestat is used in the treatment of diabetic nerve pain.

How Epalrestat works

Epalrestat is an aldose reductase inhibitor. It blocks the accumulation of sorbitol in cells, which has been related to causing diabetic nerve disease.

Common side effects of Epalrestat

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common

Nausea, Vomiting, Abnormal liver function

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Dr. Dheeraj Kumar Sharma

Last updated

08 Nov 2024 | 06:28 AM (UTC)

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Medicine brands for Epalrestat

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Kinesis Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Grownbury Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

1 variant(s)

Epakine

₹267 to ₹267

Mi-Dose Pharma Pvt. Ltd.

1 variant(s)

Epalrest

₹103 to ₹103

Johnlee Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Expert advice for Epalrestat

Adherence to antidiabetic therapy can delay the onset of or prevent diabetic nerve disease.
If you have existing diabetic nerve disease, wear proper footwear and examine your feet every day to detect lesions early.
If you have a foot injury or open wound, avoid engaging in weight-bearing activities.
Adherence to antidiabetic therapy can delay the onset of or prevent diabetic nerve disease.
If you have existing diabetic nerve disease, wear proper footwear and examine your feet every day to detect lesions early.
If you have a foot injury or open wound, avoid engaging in weight-bearing activities.