Precose

Designed to support postprandial sugar management to manage diabetes symptoms and alleviate glucose absorption.

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You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Precose, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Precose vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Precose details

Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Alternative names: acarbose
Therapeutic class: Alpha-Glucosidase Inhibitor
Pharmacological class: Antidiabetic
Minor side effects: flatulence; diarrhoea; abdominal pain
Moderate side effects: mild skin rash; elevated liver enzymes; anaemia
Serious side effects: severe bowel obstruction, requires immediate medical attention
Dosage forms: Tablet
Administration route: Oral use
Supply category: Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator: Bayer
Onset Time: 30 minutes
Duration: 4–6 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions: Digoxin; Digestive Enzymes; Metformin
Age restrictions: Approved for adults.

Contraindications

cirrhosis; inflammatory bowel disease; intestinal obstruction risk; severe renal impairment

Patient summary

designed to support postprandial sugar management to manage diabetes symptoms and alleviate glucose absorption.

Mechanism of action

Inhibits pancreatic alpha-amylase and membrane-bound intestinal alpha-glucoside hydrolase, delaying complex carbohydrate digestion.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

TGA Category B: Safety confirmed in animal studies. Breastfeeding: Expelled in low amounts.

Precose is the originator brand name, made by Bayer. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Bayer.

The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Acarbose is offered.
The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
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