GLUCOBAY 50MG

Glucobay 50mg

Glucobay 50mg Tablet helps treat individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The tablet also helps reduce the blood sugar levels that rise after having meals. This tablet is prescribed with other diabetes medicines.

You should take this tablet before having food or after having a few bites of food. The duration & dose of this medicine will be suggested by the doctor. It helps you consume the correct dose to manage blood glucose levels. The dose may be altered slowly. Consult your doctor before you stop taking it. Else, it can fluctuate your blood sugar levels. The levels may raise leading to serious problems like blindness and kidney damage.

When you are undergoing the treatment course with this tablet, also indulge in regular exercise, eat a healthy diet and concentrate on reducing weight. Keep a check on your blood sugar levels during the treatment.

The common side effects you may notice after consuming this tablet are pain in the stomach, gas, and diarrhea. Speak to your physician if these side effects stay for long or trouble you.

When taken alone, this tablet will not cause low blood sugar levels. But, when taken along with other diabetes medicines, it can result in low blood sugar levels. If you face such problems, you can take foods with sugar. You can use common sugar or table sugar to balance low blood sugar levels.

Before you start consuming this tablet, let your physician know if you

• Have kidney disease
• Have liver problems

Do not take this tablet if you

• Have ulceration
• Have bowel inflammation
• Are pregnant
• Are breastfeeding

Also, tell the doctor if you are taking any other medications to avoid complications. Do not drink excessive alcohol intake while taking this medicine. It can result in low blood sugar levels.

Uses of Glucobay 50mg

Treats Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Benefits of Glucobay 50mg

This medicine helps manage blood sugar levels when prescribed along with other diabetes medicines. It slows down the absorption & digestion of glucose from the digestive tract. It directly helps reduce the elevated blood glucose levels that rise after meals.

 To manage diabetes, blood sugar levels should be reduced. It helps cut down the risk of developing serious issues of diabetes like nerve problems, loss of limbs, and nerve problems.

This tablet also helps cut down the risk of death caused due to cardiovascular disease if you are suffering from type 2 diabetes and also have cardiovascular disease. If you take this tablet along with a balanced diet and regular exercise, you can live a healthy life.

Side effects of Glucobay 50mg

Most side effects do not need you to visit a hospital or call emergency help. They resolve after some time after the body gets used to the tablet. Still, if you are worried about them, communicate with the doctor.

Common side effects

• Flatulence
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea

Uncommon side effects

• Indigestion
• Nausea & vomiting

Rare side effects

• Swelling

How to deal with side effects?

• Nausea

Consume this table with meals or after meals. Eat simple food. Do not eat spicy or oily foods. If you do not see any improvements in the symptoms, discuss them with your doctor.

• Flatulence

Try to eat small meals at frequent intervals. Drink and eat slowly and exercise regularly.  If the symptom turns worse, contact your doctor.

• Diarrhea

Drink enough water, and fluids like juices to stay hydrated. Do not take any other medicine without asking the physician.

• Stomach pain

Take enough rest. Try to eat and drink slowly. Try to have frequent meals in small quantities. Place a heating pad on your tummy. Still, if the symptoms show no improvements, get in touch with the doctor.

Safety Advice

Alcohol

Do not consume alcohol during the treatment course of this tablet. It can increase or decrease your blood sugar levels.

Pregnancy

This tablet is not advisable for use in pregnant women. So, seek help from the doctor before using it.

Breastfeeding

Do not breastfeed your baby while you are taking this tablet as it can mix with breast milk.

Driving

This tablet is safe to consume before driving. It doesn’t influence your awareness to drive. 

Liver

Let the doctor prescribe you the correct dose of this tablet. Do not take it without a prescription if you have diseases related to the liver.

Kidney

Take this tablet after a doctor’s recommendation if you have conditions related to the kidney.

Storage information

• Keep this tablet away from children
• Store it below 25°C

FAQs

Q-Does Glucobay 50mg tablet lead to low blood sugar levels?

This tablet alone doesn’t cause low blood sugar levels. When it is taken with insulin or other antidiabetic medicines, the blood sugar levels can be low. If you face this situation, speak to your physician as you may need dose adjustments.

Q-What if I miss a dose of Glucobay 50mg tablet?

If you miss a dose of this tablet, do not take it between meals. You need to wait for the next scheduled dose and meal. Continue consuming the tablets as suggested. Do not take a double dose to match the missed dose of tablets.

Q-What if I overdose on Glucobay 50mg tablet accidentally?

By any chance, if you overdose on this table, it can cause more flatulence but for a temporary period. It can also result in discomfort in the abdomen or diarrhea. Do not take drinks or meals containing for the next four to six hours.

Q-Who should avoid taking this tablet?

The patients who are allergic to this tablet, have a liver condition, ulceration of the intestine, or infection of the intestine. Also, patients having intestinal obstruction should avoid taking this tablet. Apart from this, patients with a large hernia and intestinal disease should avoid taking this tablet. Breastfeeding mothers and pregnant women should also avoid taking this tablet.

Q-Is this tablet suitable for adolescents and children?

 No. This tablet is not advisable for use in adolescents and children.

Q-Can I stop taking this tablet without asking my doctor?

No. You should not stop taking the tablet without asking your doctor. You should complete the treatment course. Take the tablet as prescribed by the doctor. If you stop taking this tablet all of a sudden, it can worsen your condition. It can increase blood sugar levels resulting in hyperglycemia.