Sugatrol 50 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 15.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 450.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 150.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Acarbose |
| Company | Pacific pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Pharmacology
- Inhibition of pancreatic alpha-amylase and membrane-bound intestinal alpha-glucoside hydrolase enzymes
- Delayed glucose absorption
- Lowering of postprandial hyperglycemia
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended starting dosage of 25 mg given orally three times daily
- Gradual dose titration to minimize gastrointestinal side effects
- Adjustment of dosage based on glucose levels and tolerance
Interaction
- Certain drugs may lead to loss of blood glucose control
- Closer observation needed when administering certain drugs with Sugatrol
- Observation for hypoglycemia needed when withdrawing certain drugs from patients receiving Sugatrol
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to the drug
- Diabetic ketoacidosis or cirrhosis
- Inflammatory bowel disease, colonic ulceration, partial intestinal obstruction
- Chronic intestinal diseases, conditions that may deteriorate due to increased gas formation in the intestine
Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Gas
- Upset stomach
- Constipation
- Stomach pain
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category B
- Excretion in human milk unknown, caution advised for nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Sugatrol alone should not cause hypoglycemia
- Caution needed in combination with sulfonylurea or insulin
- Oral glucose (dextrose) recommended for the treatment of hypoglycemia
- Severe hypoglycemia may require glucose infusion or glucagon injection
Use in Special Populations
- Safety and effectiveness not established in pediatric patients
- No overall differences in safety and effectiveness observed in geriatric patients
Overdose Effects
- Transient increases in flatulence, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort
- No hypoglycemia resulting from overdose
Therapeutic Class
- Alpha-Glucosidase inhibitor
Storage Conditions
- Store below 25°C
- Protect from moisture