Acarbose
· Trade Name
ACARBOSE
· Generic Name
Precose
· Drug Class
Diabetes medication
· How It Works
Medication inhibits certain pancreatic enzymes and intestinal enzymes to delay glucose absorption.
· Serious Side Effects
allergic reaction
intestinal obstruction
hepatitis (swollen liver)
· Common Side Effects
intestinal gas
diarrhea
abdominal pain
elevated liver enzymes
Posted on February 8, 2009
