Acarbose

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Acarbose is a medication designed to help manage high blood sugar levels in adults with Type 2 diabetes, when combined with a proper diet and exercise regimen. By regulating blood sugar, acarbose can help prevent complications such as kidney damage, vision problems, nerve damage, limb loss, and sexual dysfunction, and it may also reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. Acarbose functions by inhibiting an enzyme called alpha-glucosidase in the intestines, which slows down the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates. This process reduces the increase in blood sugar levels that typically occurs after meals. Though it is less commonly used due to potential side effects like gas and diarrhea, acarbose is less likely to cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) compared to other diabetes medications when used on its own. The medication is available under its generic name, as the brand name Precose has been discontinued. Always consult with a healthcare provider to determine if acarbose is suitable for your treatment plan.

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Precose (Acarbose) dosage forms

Use our Precose (Acarbose) 25MG coupon with prices from $8.30 for 30 Tablets. You can also use our Precose (Acarbose) 25MG coupon with prices from $14.10 for 60 Tablets. We have a Precose (Acarbose) 25MG coupon with prices from $26.40 for 90 Tablets. You can use our Precose (Acarbose) 25MG coupon with prices from $28.33 for 100 Tablets.
DosageQuantityPrice fromPer unit
25MG30 Tablets$8.30$0.28
25MG60 Tablets$14.10$0.24
25MG90 Tablets$26.40$0.29
25MG100 Tablets$28.33$0.28
25MG120 Tablets$32.19$0.27
25MG180 Tablets$39.71$0.22
25MG500 Tablets$63.55$0.13
25MG1000 Tablets$100.80$0.10
50MG30 Tablets$9.19$0.31
50MG60 Tablets$15.88$0.27
50MG90 Tablets$29.07$0.32
50MG100 Tablets$31.30$0.31
50MG120 Tablets$35.76$0.30
50MG180 Tablets$42.59$0.24
50MG270 Tablets$50.74$0.19
50MG500 Tablets$71.55$0.14
50MG1000 Tablets$116.80$0.12
50MG9000 Tablets$840.80$0.09
100MG270 Tablets$73.33$0.27
100MG30 Tablets$10.05$0.34
100MG60 Tablets$17.60$0.29
100MG90 Tablets$25.15$0.28
100MG100 Tablets$27.66$0.28
100MG120 Tablets$32.69$0.27
100MG180 Tablets$54.29$0.30
100MG500 Tablets$113.40$0.23
100MG1000 Tablets$200.50$0.20
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Precose FAQs
What is Precose used for?

Precose is used to help manage blood sugar levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes. It works by slowing down the breakdown of carbohydrates in the intestines, which helps to prevent spikes in blood sugar levels after meals.

Precose (acarbose) has not been discontinued and is still available. However, availability can vary by location and pharmacy. It is always advisable to check with a local pharmacy or healthcare provider for the most current information regarding the availability of specific medications.

The generic name for Precose is acarbose.

The major drawback to using acarbose in most patients is the gastrointestinal side effects. These can include symptoms such as flatulence, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort, which occur due to the fermentation of undigested carbohydrates in the colon. These side effects can be bothersome and may lead some patients to discontinue the medication.

Metformin and acarbose are both medications used to manage blood sugar levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes, but they work in different ways. Metformin primarily decreases glucose production in the liver and improves insulin sensitivity, helping the body use insulin more effectively. Acarbose, on the other hand, works by slowing down the digestion of carbohydrates in the intestines, which helps to prevent spikes in blood sugar levels after meals. Additionally, metformin is often used as a first-line treatment, while acarbose may be used as an adjunct therapy.